Best Apple Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipes

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APPLE GORGONZOLA SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Apple Gorgonzola Salad With Balsamic Vinaigrette image

My take on the apple gorgonzola salad at Buca di Beppo. I have also made the dressing using Apple Cider Vinegar in place of the Balsamic with excellent results. It is a family and friend favorite!

Provided by Cook4_6

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 25m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

16 ounces romaine lettuce (I prefer spring mix or artisan lettuces)
2 granny smith apples, chopped
1 cup walnuts, toasted
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup gorgonzola, crumbled
1/4 lb prosciutto (baked and crumbled) (optional)
1 1/2 teaspoons anchovy paste
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon oregano, dried
3/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • If using proscuitto, lay very thin slices on baking sheet in a single layer and bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes, watching so it doesn't burn.
  • To toast walnuts, place on baking sheet in a single layer and bake at 350 degrees for 5-10 minutes, watching so they don't burn.
  • Toss lettuces, apples, walnuts, cranberries, gorgonzola cheese and proscuitto.
  • To prepare dressing, combine anchovy paste, vinegar, water, oregano, salt, pepper, garlic, sugar, cornstarch, and 1/4 cup parmesan cheese into blender (or use an emulsion blender). Mix in blender; slowly adding 1 cup oil. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Combine salad and dressing, serve.

APPLE BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Apple Balsamic Vinaigrette image

I love a balsamic vinaigrette and haven't found a bottled one I like.I decided to make my own. Here is one attempt that I really enjoyed. If you like a bite to your dressing, use the jalapeno pepper. I enjoyed it in there, but it was really spicy. This dressing was lovely and gave a similar flavor to my salad as Panera Bread's White Balsamic Apple Vinaigrette. I really enjoyed it. If I come across a better one, I'll edit and let you know!

Provided by Heartsong

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 5m

Yield 2 cups, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1 apple, quartered, seeded, no need to peel
1/4 vidalia onion
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons honey dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon Tony Chachere's Seasoning
1/4 cup water
1 garlic clove, pressed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 jalapeno pepper, whole, not seeded
1/2 lemon, juice only

Steps:

  • Blend all in blender until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66.1, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 73.2, Carbohydrate 1.8, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 1, Protein 0.1

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