Summer Salad with Orange Basil Vinaigrette
Servings: 6
Calories: 279kcal
This summer salad is topped with gorgonzola and tossed with a refreshing orange basil vinaigrette, for a salad that will leave everyone asking for more!
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Ingredients
Orange Basil Dressing
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup raw apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (tightly packed)
- 1.5 tablespoons raw honey
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- black pepper , to taste
Salad
- 8 cups mixed greens
- 1/2 cup gorgonzola crumbles
- 1/2 cup raw walnuts
- 1/2 cup dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, etc.)
Instructions
- To prepare the dressing, combine the orange juice, olive oil, vinegar, basil, honey, salt, and black pepper in a blender and blend until smooth. Adjust any seasoning to taste and set it aside.
- To assemble the salad, toss together the mixed greens, gorgonzola, walnuts, and dried fruit in a large bowl. Add the dressing just before serving, to avoid wilting.
- Leftover dressing and salad should be stored separately in airtight containers in the fridge for best shelf life. They should keep well for up to a week, if you don't eat it all before then.
Nutrition
Calories: 279kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 255mg | Potassium: 214mg | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 770IU | Vitamin C: 22.9mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 0.8mg