Nectarine and Blue Cheese Salad with Plum Vinaigrette

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
10%
Nectarine and Blue Cheese Salad with Plum Vinaigrette
45 min.
8
221kcal

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Welcome to a vibrant and refreshing culinary experience with our Nectarine and Blue Cheese Salad topped with a luscious Plum Vinaigrette! This delightful recipe is the perfect side dish, antipasto, or light starter that can elevate any gathering or serve as a wholesome snack. Bursting with flavors, it combines the juicy sweetness of nectarines and plums with the rich, tangy allure of blue cheese, creating a harmonious balance that will tantalize your taste buds.

The salad is not only vegetarian and gluten-free, making it suitable for various dietary preferences, but it also boasts a beautiful presentation with a colorful array of ingredients. The creaminess of the blue cheese provides a lovely contrast to the crisp mixed greens and the crunchy Marcona almonds, ensuring every bite is a delightful mix of textures and flavors.

The homemade plum vinaigrette, featuring the natural sweetness of cooked plums complemented by the tartness of ume plum vinegar, adds a unique twist that brings the entire dish together. Whether you’re serving it at a summer barbecue, a festive dinner party, or simply craving a nutritious snack, this salad is sure to impress. Plus, with a preparation time of only 45 minutes, it allows you to easily whip up something special without spending all day in the kitchen. Discover the joy of fresh ingredients and robust flavors with this exquisite Nectarine and Blue Cheese Salad!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup almonds 
  •  plums black pitted halved chopped
  • ounces cheese blue such as cabrales, sliced firm
  • servings pepper freshly ground
  • 12 cups the salad mixed packed (lightly ) (such as arugula and frisée)
  •  nectarines pitted halved cut into eighths
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • teaspoons red wine vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • sieve

Directions

  1. Bring plums and 3/4 cup water to a boil in asmall saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-highand simmer, stirring occasionally andmashing plums with the back of a spoon,until plums have completely broken down,about 15 minutes.
  2. Pour plum mixture through a fine-meshsieve set over a small bowl, pressing onsolids to extract as much purée as possible;discard solids in sieve.
  3. Let purée cool.
  4. Add oil, vinegar, and 2 tablespoons water topurée; whisk to blend. Season dressingto taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD:Dressing can be made 1 week ahead.Cover and chill.
  5. Divide greens among plates. Scatternectarines, cheese, and almonds over,dividing equally, and drizzle some ofdressing over. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories221kcal
Protein16.63%
Fat60.83%
Carbs22.54%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.83
Glycemic Load
3.26
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
10.913043537866%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.66mg
Peonidin
0.05mg
Catechin
2.71mg
Epigallocatechin
0.27mg
Epicatechin
2.38mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.13mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.07mg
Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.24mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.67mg
Gallocatechin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:221.3kcal
11.06%
Fat:15.59g
23.98%
Saturated Fat:6.02g
37.65%
Carbohydrates:13g
4.33%
Net Carbohydrates:10.56g
3.84%
Sugar:7.77g
8.63%
Cholesterol:21.26mg
7.09%
Sodium:351.21mg
15.27%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.59g
19.18%
Vitamin A:1191.19IU
23.82%
Vitamin E:3.22mg
21.5%
Vitamin C:17.56mg
21.28%
Phosphorus:197.56mg
19.76%
Calcium:184.56mg
18.46%
Manganese:0.36mg
17.79%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.52%
Magnesium:45.07mg
11.27%
Folate:41.44µg
10.36%
Potassium:362.53mg
10.36%
Copper:0.2mg
10.13%
Fiber:2.44g
9.75%
Vitamin B3:1.81mg
9.04%
Zinc:1.33mg
8.84%
Vitamin B5:0.76mg
7.59%
Selenium:4.72µg
6.75%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.51%
Iron:1.07mg
5.97%
Vitamin B12:0.35µg
5.76%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.89%
Vitamin K:4.95µg
4.71%
Source:Epicurious