Salads on Saturday : Turkey 'n Bleu Salad

As promised, the first salad in my new feature Salads on Saturday is a restaurant copy cat. Every once in a while, I meet up with a former coworker for lunch at a cozy little Italian / Greek / Mediterranean restaurant that serves awesome salads and pizzas, along with lots of other great stuff. My favorite salad is the Turkey 'n Bleu, and it's super easy to make.

(PS - The best thing about salads is that you don't have to measure! There's no instruction necessary, and every topping can be added in whatever amount you desire. )

• Romaine Lettuce
• Mandarin Oranges
• Shredded Carrots
• Dried Cranberries
• Turkey (as in, from the deli - a nice and dry variety, sliced slightly thicker than you would want for a sandwich and then cut into bite-size pieces)
• Bleu Cheese
• Toasted Nuts (when I make it at home, I used glazed nuts- either pecans or walnuts)
• Dress with Balsamic Vinaigrette (I've found a yummy maple balsamic that compliments the salad quite well. ) 

I wish I had a picture to share with you - next time we meet up, I will try to remember to snap one. It's a wonderfully colorful salad with lots of different textures. It's true what they say - you eat with your eyes first! 

I hope this concoction gives you some inspiration on your next salad! Remember, not all green and leafy things are evil!! :)