California Mixed Greens Salad Recipes

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• Whisk dressing ingredients; cover and refrigerate. Just before serving, toss together romaine, avocado, onions, almonds and blue cheese in a large salad bowl. Sprinkle with seasoned salt. Whisk the dressing and pour the over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

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• In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, garlic, basil and pepper flakes; shake well. In a salad bowl, combine the greens, tomatoes and cucumber. Drizzle with dressing and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese; toss to coat.

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• In a large bowl, mix dressing, basil and, if desired, wine. Add shrimp and crab; toss gently to combine. Refrigerate, covered, 2 hours., Add greens, tomatoes, artichoke hearts, onion, olives and eggs; toss gently to combine. If desired, sprinkle with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

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• In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, lemon juice, mustard and shallot. Gradually whisk in oil., In a large bowl, combine lettuce, spinach and arugula. Pour vinaigrette over salad; toss to coat. Top with walnuts and pomegranate seeds. Serve immediately.

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• To make the candied walnuts: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the walnuts, sugar, cinnamon, and salt and cook, stirring constantly, until the sugar melts and caramelizes, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a silicone mat-lined baking sheet and let cool completely, 20 minutes.
• To make the vinaigrette: In a jar with a lid, add the sugar, vinegar, hot water, mixed berry jam, and garlic powder. Add the oil and salt. Cover and shake vigorously to combine.
• To make the salad: In a large bowl, toss together the mixed greens and 1/2 cup of the strawberries. Add the vinaigrette to taste and toss until the greens are coated. Top with the remaining strawberries and sprinkle the feta cheese and candied walnuts on top.

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• Tear the lettuce leaves into bite-sized pieces and transfer them to a large salad bowl. Add the cucumber, tomatoes, and onion. Sprinkle with the oil, vinegar, and salt and pepper, and toss to combine.

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• In a large salad bowl, toss greens, tomato and cucumber. Combine remaining ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Pour over salad and toss. Serve immediately.

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• Core the Boston lettuce and separate the leaves. Trim off the tough stems of the watercress. Rinse the greens well and shake off the excess moisture.
• In a large salad bowl, add the mustard, the vinegar and the garlic. Blend well with a wire whisk, gradually adding the oil. Add salt and pepper to taste.
• Add the lettuce, watercress, tomatoes and the sliced onion. Toss well and serve with shaved Gruyere or Parmesan cheese on top, or with a wedge of Brie on the side.

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• 1. Wash greens and dry thoroughly tear into bite-size pieces and chill in a large salad bowl. When ready to serve, toss with your choice of dressing, such as Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing or Creamy French Dressing Sprinkle cheese and walnuts on top of greens. Toss again.Note: For added flavor, toast walnuts in 1 tablespoon butter in a preheated 350° F oven for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring once or twice. Sprinkle lightly with salt.

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• Wash greens and dry thoroughly tear into bite-size pieces and chill in a large salad bowl. When ready to serve, toss with your choice of dressing, such as Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing or Creamy French Dressing Sprinkle cheese and walnuts on top of greens. Toss again.Note: For added flavor, toast walnuts in 1 tablespoon butter in a preheated 350° F oven for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring once or twice. Sprinkle lightly with salt.