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Mixed Greens Salad~Strawberries & Candied Walnuts Recipe

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Ingredients:  
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Candied Walnuts
1Tbsp unsalted butter
1 cup walnuts
¼ cup granulated sugar
Pinch ground cinnamon
Pinch kosher salt

Vinaigrette
2Tbsp sugar
2Tbsp blush wine vinegar
2Tbsp hot water
2 tsp mixed berry jam
¼ tsp garlic powder
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
Pinch kosher salt

Salad
10 oz mixed greens
1 cup sliced strawberries
1 cup candied walnuts (or pecans)
½ cup feta cheese
Blush wine vinaigrette, homemade (recipe follows) or store bought
Directions:
Directions:
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 ½ 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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Number Of Servings:
12 servings

 

 

 

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