Spinach and Endive Salad with Pecans and Blue Cheese

Spinach and Endive Salad with Pecans and Blue Cheese

Info

Rating
Calories
277.0
Protein
5.0
Sodium
319.0
Fat
23.0

Description

This easy, elegant, and flavorful salad is delicious with a glass of dry Riesling.

Ingredients

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallot (1 small)
2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 Belgian endives
10 oz baby spinach
1 cup pecans (3 1/2 oz), chopped and toasted
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup crumbled Danish blue cheese

Directions

  1. Whisk together oil, shallot, vinegar, syrup, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  2. Thinly slice endives on a long diagonal, then toss with spinach and dressing in bowl.
  3. Sprinkle salad with pecans, cranberries, and blue cheese.