Painted Salad with Walnuts Recipe

Total: 15m | Prep: 15m | Serves: 6

Nutritional Information: 215 calories, 9g fat, 300mg sodium, 15g carbohydrates, 4g fiber, 7g protein, 150mg calcium, 2mg iron, 524mg potassium, 26mg vitamin C

National Pick Strawberries Day is May 20th! Paint your plate with this colorful salad, which is fresh, light and filled with fruits and vegetables. It is even tasty without dressing!

Ingredients:
2 bags of pre-washed mixed salad greens (about 14 cups)
1/2 cup strawberries, sliced
1/2 cup blueberries
1/2 cup unsweetened mandarin oranges, drained (or fresh orange pieces)
1/2 cup whole walnuts or walnut pieces
1/2 cup gorgonzola cheese (for a milder cheese choice, try Chevre)

Honey Balsamic Dressing:
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
3 tablespoons low-fat Greek yogurt
½ tablespoon olive oil

Preparation:
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
1. Start by toasting walnuts. Spread the walnuts onto baking pan and bake for 12-14 minutes. Stir halfway through. Cool to make the walnuts crunchy.
2. In a small bowl, make the dressing. Mix all dressing ingredients until blended.
3. In a large bowl, mix all ingredients. Start with the greens and mix in about 1-2 tablespoons of dressing. Then add fruit, cheese and toasted walnuts.

SERVE AND ENJOY!

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