Green Salad with Marcona Almonds and Blueberries

Serves 6 to 8
Time 40 min

Known as the "Queen of Almonds," the Marcona is a smooth, tan almond known for its sweetness and soft texture, similar to a cashew. Sliced strawberries or peaches make a delicious alternative to the blueberries.

Special Diets:

Gluten FreeGluten Free
VegetarianVegetarian

Ingredients

    5 tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil, divided
    1 tablespoonunsalted butter
    1red onion, finely choppedthinly sliced
    1/2 teaspoonfine sea salt, divided
    1/4 teaspoonground black pepper
    2 tablespoonsbalsamic vinegar
    1 teaspoonDijon mustard
    3/4 poundmesclun salad mix
    1 pintblueberries
    1/2 ounceGorgonzola cheese, crumbled
    1 cuptoasted Marcona almonds, chopped

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Method

Heat butter and 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.


Add onion, 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and golden brown, about 30 minutes; set aside to let cool.


Meanwhile, whisk together vinegar and mustard in a large bowl.


Slowly drizzle in remaining 4 tablespoons oil while continuing to whisk constantly.


Season vinaigrette with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and set aside.


Add cooled onion to the bowl with the vinaigrette, along with the salad mix, blueberries, cheese and almonds.


Toss gently to combine, then transfer to plates and serve.

Nutritional Info

Serving Size

Calories

230

Total Fat

19g

Saturated Fat

3.5g

Cholesterol

5mg

Sodium

230mg

Total Carbohydrate

13g

Dietary Fiber

4g

Total Sugars

7g

Protein

5g

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