SugarBee® Apple Summer Salad

Imagine the crisp crunch of fresh butter lettuce mingling with the sweetness of caramelized shallots, the tangy bite of gorgonzola cheese, juicy blackberries, and notes of honey, caramel, and molasses from perfectly ripe SugarBee® apples! Topped off with the earthy crunch of walnuts, this salad is a symphony of flavors and textures that perfectly captures the essence of summer on a plate. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or simply craving a light and refreshing meal, this salad is guaranteed to steal the show and have everyone coming back for seconds. Get ready to fall in love with every delicious bite!

Serves: 2-4
Created by: Lauren @laurencamposano

Ingredients: Salad

• ¼ cup walnuts, toasted
• Olive oil
• 1 large shallot, sliced lengthwise
• 2 heads soft lettuce, Butter Lettuce or similar
• 1 handful arugula
• 1 SugarBee® apple, sliced or diced
• 1/3 cup gorgonzola or blue cheese, crumbled
• ½ cup fresh blackberries

Ingredients: Apple Cider Vinaigrette

• 2 teaspoons grainy mustard
• 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
• ½ teaspoon honey
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• Salt & pepper

Directions

1. Toast walnuts: preheat oven to 425ºF; toast until golden and fragrant, about 6-10 minutes.
2. Caramelize shallots: In a small pan over medium heat, add olive oil and sliced shallots. Sautee
   until caramelized, 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
3. Make the dressing: in a medium bowl, whisk together all ingredients, until fully combined.
4. Assemble: in a large bowl, add the lettuce and arugula; toss the leaves with the dressing. Add
   walnuts, shallots, apples, gorgonzola, and blackberries; give a quick toss to incorporate
   everything evenly. Enjoy!