Ingredients

• Balsamic Vinaigrette
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sherry wine
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 small shallot, minced
  • 1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs, such as thyme, tarragon, chives, or parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/3 cup walnut oil
• Chopped Salad
  • 1 cup finely chopped romaine hearts
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped and blanched carrots
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
  • 1/2 cup cored and finely chopped Fuji or Pink Lady apples
  • 1/2 cup peeled, diced and roasted butternut squash
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onions
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon White pepper, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Gorgonzola cheese, or more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives

Method

1. Combine all ingredients for salad in a large wooden mixing bowl. Toss the ingredients together with tongs or mixing spoons to combine.
2. Add the vinaigrette and toss again to coat ingredients.
3. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle cheese and chives over salad to garnish.
4. Serves 2 as an entrée or 4 as an appetizer.