Nectarine and Blue Cheese Salad with Plum Vinaigrette
Nectarine and Blue Cheese Salad with Plum Vinaigrette is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Bring plums and 3/4 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionBring plums and 3/4 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan.
Reduce heat to medium-high and simmer, stirring occasionally and mashing plums with the back of a spoon, until plums have completely broken down, about 15 minutes.
Pour plum mixture through a fine-mesh sieve set over a small bowl, pressing on solids to extract as much purée as possible; discard solids in sieve.
Let purée cool.
Add oil, vinegar, and 2 tablespoons water to purée; whisk to blend.
Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
DO AHEAD: Dressing can be made 1 week ahead.
Cover and chill.
Divide greens among plates.
Scatter nectarines, cheese, and almonds over, dividing equally, and drizzle some of dressing over.
Season with salt and pepper.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.