Mixed Greens with Cherry Balsamic Vinaigrette
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The Old World Olive Co
Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp. OWOC EVOO, any
- ½ cup OWOC Cherry Balsamic
- 1 cup frozen sweet cherries, thawed and drained
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 cups pecans
- 3 heads Belgian endive, cleaned
- 1 Tbsp. shallots, finely chopped
- 2 oz. baby spinach, cleaned
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 head Bibb lettuce, cleaned
- ¾ cup water
- 4 oz. blue cheese, crumbled
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Directions
- Combine cherries, oil, balsamic, shallots, salt and pepper in a blender.
- Puree dressing until smooth. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring water and sugar to a boil, whisking frequently until syrup forms (about five minutes).
- Remove from heat; stir in salt and pepper. Add pecans, coating them evenly.
- Spread pecans evenly on a cooling rack and allow glaze to harden.
- Assemble salad in large bowl by adding greens, blue cheese, candied pecans and dressing.
- Toss gently and serve.
