Author: Pietro Ochoa, chef/owner, Pietro’s Famiglia in Sparks
Ingredients
2Granny Smith applescut in wedges or slices
½cupdried cranberries
1bag mixed greens5 or 6 ounces
½cupwalnutschopped
½cupgorgonzola cheesecrumbled
For dressing
1cupextra-virgin olive oil
1cupbalsamic vinegar
¼ to ½cuphoney
2tablespoonsgarlicminced
½cupsundried tomatoes
1teaspoonItalian seasoning
Salt and pepperto taste
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, place all ingredients, except sundried tomatoes. In blender or food processor, blend sundried tomatoes with a touch of olive oil. Blend until smooth. Add prepared sundried tomatoes to dressing. Whisk rapidly, incorporating all ingredients. Set aside.
Place salad ingredients in salad bowl and mix gently. Add dressing and toss.
Notes
Note from Pietro: You will have plenty of leftover dressing for another day.