Boston Lettuce Wedges with Zinfandel Vinaigrette and Stilton

A elegant salad featuring crisp Boston lettuce wedges drizzled with a sophisticated Zinfandel vinaigrette, topped with toasted walnuts and rich Stilton cheese. Perfect as a starter or light meal.

4 servings
18 min

Ingredients

  • 2 heads Boston lettuce
  • 3 tablespoons Zinfandel vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon shallot
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup walnut oil
  • 1 cup walnut pieces
  • ¼ pound Stilton

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Quarter lettuce heads lengthwise, keeping stem ends attached. Carefully wash in cold water, then dry in a salad spinner.

    10 min

  2. 2.

    Whisk together vinegar, shallot, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper, then add oils in a slow stream, whisking until combined.

    5 min

  3. 3.

    Spoon vinaigrette over lettuce wedges, then scatter with nuts and cheese.

    3 min

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