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Orange, Walnut, Gorgonzola and Mixed Greens Salad with Fresh Citrus Vinaigrette

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Orange, Walnut, Gorgonzola and Mixed Greens Salad with Fresh Citrus Vinaigrette

 3/4 cup walnut halves
  10 ounces mixed salad greens
  1 bunch arugula
  2 large navel oranges, peeled and sectioned
  1/2 cup sliced red onion
  1/4 cup olive oil
  1/4 cup vegetable oil
  2/3 cup orange juice
  1/4 cup white sugar
  2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  1/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1

Place the walnuts in a skillet over medium heat. Cook 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until lightly browned.

2

In a large bowl, toss the toasted walnuts, salad greens, oranges, and red onion.

3

In a large jar with a lid, mix the olive oil, vegetable oil, orange juice, sugar, vinegar, mustard, oregano, and pepper. Seal jar, and shake to mix.

4

Divide the salad greens mixture into individual servings. To serve, sprinkle with Gorgonzola cheese, and drizzle with the dressing mixture.