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Blue Cheese Tossed Salad

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 20 min. YIELD: 10-12 servings.
“The combination of creamy blue cheese, tart apples and tangy lime dressing in this unique, easy salad keeps people asking for the recipe,” says Heather Koetsier, Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 package (10 ounces) hearts of romaine salad mix
  • 1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled blue cheese
  • 1 medium red apple, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon grated lime zest
  • DRESSING:
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/8 teaspoon white pepper

Directions

  • 1. In a small skillet over medium heat, cook the almonds, salt and pepper in butter for 5-6 minutes or until toasted, stirring occasionally. Drain on paper towels.
  • 2. In a large bowl, combine the romaine, blue cheese, apple, lime zest and almonds. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the dressing ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat.

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