Blue Cheese Walnut Salad Dressing

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Blue Cheese Walnut Salad Dressing
10 min.
10
152kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your salads to a whole new level? This Blue Cheese Walnut Salad Dressing is the perfect blend of creamy, tangy, and nutty flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and transform any ordinary salad into an extraordinary culinary experience. Whether you're preparing a refreshing side dish for dinner or a sophisticated starter for a gathering, this dressing is quick and easy to whip up, taking just 10 minutes of your time.

Imagine drizzling this rich, velvety dressing over a bed of mixed greens or roasted vegetables, infusing your dish with delightful complexities. The unique combination of Danish blue cheese and toasted walnuts adds not only a decadent creaminess but also a crunchy texture that perfectly balances each bite. Plus, with its vegetarian and gluten-free profile, this dressing caters to various dietary preferences, making it a versatile addition to your kitchen repertoire.

What’s more, this dressing can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully as it chills in the fridge. With a generous yield of 10 servings, it’s ideal for those larger gatherings or for meal prep throughout the week. Whether you’re looking to impress your guests or simply enjoy a delightful homemade dressing, our Blue Cheese Walnut Salad Dressing will surely be a favorite that brings joy to your dining table.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons apple cider vinegar 
  • 0.3 cup canola oil 
  • tablespoons danish cheese blue crumbled (or other mild, creamy cheese)
  • tablespoon flat-leaf parsley chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon maple syrup 
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons walnuts toasted chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Whisk together vinegar, oils, salt, and maple syrup in a medium bowl. Stir in cheese, walnuts, and parsley.
  2. Make ahead: Up to 2 weeks, chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Calories152kcal
Protein1.98%
Fat96.7%
Carbs1.32%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.55
Glycemic Load
0.1
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.1921739296421%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.05mg
Apigenin
0.87mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:151.71kcal
7.59%
Fat:16.58g
25.5%
Saturated Fat:2.06g
12.87%
Carbohydrates:0.51g
0.17%
Net Carbohydrates:0.36g
0.13%
Sugar:0.19g
0.21%
Cholesterol:1.58mg
0.52%
Sodium:141.07mg
6.13%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.77g
1.53%
Vitamin E:2.37mg
15.77%
Vitamin K:16.32µg
15.55%
Manganese:0.08mg
4.23%
Copper:0.03mg
1.68%
Phosphorus:15.64mg
1.56%
Calcium:14.25mg
1.42%
Magnesium:4.11mg
1.03%
Source:My Recipes