Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped (about 8 cups)
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup crumbled bacon
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Balsamic vinaigrette
Preparation Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Time:
N/A
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, blue cheese, hazelnuts, pecans, bacon, cranberries, and red onion.
- Drizzle with Balsamic vinaigrette and toss to coat.
- Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving)
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Refreshing and flavorful
- Crunchy texture from the nuts and bacon
- Sweetness from the cranberries
- Tangy bite from the blue cheese
- Balanced nutrition with greens, protein, and healthy fats
User Comments:
- "This salad is a perfect blend of sweet, salty, and crunchy. It's a great side dish or light lunch."
- "The balsamic vinaigrette really brings out the flavors of the salad. It's a delicious and healthy option."
- "I love the combination of romaine lettuce, blue cheese, and hazelnuts. It's a classic combination that never gets old."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have Balsamic vinaigrette, you can use a combination of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free bread crumbs instead of bacon.
- To add more sweetness, you can use dried cherries or raisins instead of cranberries.
