You are going to want to dive into this delightful mix of flavours and textures with our Walnut, Grape, and Blue Cheese Powerhouse Salad. This vibrant dish brings together the crunch of toasted walnuts, the juicy sweetness of grapes, and the bold tang of crumbled blue cheese. Tossed with fresh greens and a light vinaigrette, this salad is not only a feast for your taste buds but also packed with nutrients.
Perfect as a light lunch or a sophisticated side, it’s a testament to the purity of simple, quality ingredients. Enjoy the burst of flavours in every bite!
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
INGREDIENTS
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups seedless red grapes, washed and cut in half (or apple thinly sliced)
- 2 cups edamame (optional)
- 1 cup uncooked bulgur or other grain of your choice
- 3/4 cup walnuts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup water
- fresh rocket (personal favourite) or baby spinach
- crumbled blue cheese or goats cheese
- salt to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Add onions and saute on low until golden and soft stirring occasionally.
- While onions are still cooking, pour bulgur and 2 cups water into a saucepan; bring to a boil and cook for 15 minutes, until most of the moisture has absorbed and the grains are soft enough to eat. Let cool for 15 minutes.
- When onions are done, stir into the bulgur so the butter is absorbed by the grains. Season with salt.
- Combine grapes and edamame in a large mixing bowl. Add cooled bulgur and walnuts. Whisk water and honey; pour over mixture and stir well. Add fresh rocket or baby spinach and crumbled blue cheese just before serving.
