Crumbly Gorgonzola Strawberry Quinoa Salad
Description
Baby spinach, strawberries, avocado, quinoa, pecans, and crumbled Gorgonzola cheese are tossed with a lightly sweetened balsamic vinaigrette.
Ingredients
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6 cups baby spinach
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2 cups strawberries, halved
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1 avocado - halved, pitted, peeled and diced
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1/2 cup cooked quinoa
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1/4 cup pecans
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1/4 cup crumbled BelGioioso Gorgonzola cheese
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1/4 cup olive oil
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1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
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2 cloves garlic, pressed
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2 teaspoons extra fine granulated sugar
Directions
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Prep the balsamic vinaigrette. Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic and sugar in a small bowl; set aside.
2
To assemble salad, place spinach in a large bowl. Top with strawberries, avocado, quinoa, pecans and Gorgonzola cheese. Pour dressing over salad and gently toss to combine. Serve immediately.