Mandarin Orange, Gorgonzola and Almond Delight recipe

6 servings

1/2 cup blanched slivered almonds

1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, juice reserved

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

12 ounces mixed salad greens

1 cup Gorgonzola cheese

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.

Add almonds, and cook, stirring frequently, until lightly toasted.

Remove from heat, and set aside.

In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons reserved mandarin orange juice, oil, and vinegar.

In a large salad bowl, toss together the toasted almonds, mandarin oranges, mixed salad greens, and Gorgonzola cheese.

Just before serving, pour dressing on salad, and toss to coat.