Wedge Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 cups of mixed salad greens (available in supermarkets)
• 1 cup of blue cheese crumbles (available in the dairy section of supermarkets)
• 1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup of red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons of honey
• 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Wedge-shaped toasted bread pieces (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: None (this is a raw food salad)

Difficulty Level:

Level 3: Moderate - requires mixing and seasoning of ingredients.

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens and blue cheese crumbles.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
4. Arrange the salad on a serving plate or individual plates.
5. Garnish with wedge-shaped toasted bread pieces (if using).

Nutritional Information: (Based on average values; actual nutritional content may vary)

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 28g
• Carbohydrates: 15g
• Protein: 8g

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy blue cheese dressing complements the fresh mixed salad greens.
• Wedge-shaped bread pieces provide a crunchy contrast to the salad.
• A unique combination of flavors that appeals to American taste preferences.

User Comments:

1. "The blue cheese dressing was a great addition to this salad. The flavor was rich and creamy."
2. "I loved the combination of the fresh greens and the blue cheese. The wedge bread was a nice touch."
3. "This salad was refreshing and filling. The dressing had a perfect balance of flavors."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Ensure that all ingredients are fresh and of good quality to achieve the best flavor.
• Adjust the seasoning of the dressing according to personal taste preferences.
• If not using wedge-shaped bread, regular toasted bread cubes can be used as a substitute.