Enhanced Green Bean and Gorgonzola Salad

Ingredients

Green beans

1 pound, trimmed

Gorgonzola cheese

4 ounces, crumbled

Walnuts

1/2 cup, roughly chopped

Red onion

1/2, thinly sliced

Dried cranberries

1/2 cup

Extra virgin olive oil

1/4 cup

Red wine vinegar

2 tablespoons

Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon

Salt

to taste

Black pepper

to taste

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the trimmed green beans and cook until crisp-tender, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Drain the green beans and immediately rinse them under cold water to halt the cooking process and preserve their vibrant color.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled green beans, crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, thinly sliced red onion, chopped walnuts, and dried cranberries.
4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, and extra virgin olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper to taste to create a zesty vinaigrette.
5. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to ensure all ingredients are well-coated.
6. Serve chilled or at room temperature for the best flavor experience. Enjoy this salad as a refreshing side dish or a light meal.