Reviewed: Apr. 12, 2011

I saved this recipe when SunnyByrd used to blog and it is one of the oldest recipes in my recipe box. I finally had the chance to make it and all I can say is DEEEE-lish-ous! I didn't change a thing other than doubling the recipe because I took it to a potluck at work. It was enjoyed by all and one of my coworkers said that "the lovely flavors of the salad danced over her tongue." The next time I make it, I will add a little more oil because the dressing didn't "cling" quite as well as I like. Other than that, fantastic! Great mix of sweet, tart, spicy, crunchy and creamy. A real winner! Thanks SunnyByrd!

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eecaule

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Reviewed: Feb. 14, 2011

Thank you for sharing....this is the VERY BEST..love it. We have a Family dinner once a month and everyone loved this...I`m always looking for new recipes to try.

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betsy36

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Reviewed: Dec. 20, 2009

Oh Sunny how I truly love you after making this! Restaurant quality by far! The only thing I did differently (I HATE it when people say that) is that I served the bleu cheese on the side along with a side bowl of feta. That way my non-bleu cheese loving friends had an alternative, and there were a few in the crowd. AMAZING salad and that bleu cheese makes the dish. WOW! Everyone loved it! Thanks to you!

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ValleyGirl

Cooking Level: Expert

Living In: Phoenix, Arizona, USA

Reviewed: Jun. 29, 2009

We really liked this salad-the vinaigrette complimented all the fruits and veggies nicely. I made this ahead of time, but added the apples right before serving so they wouldn't brown.

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GINAH1

Cooking Level: Expert

Living In: Chicago, Illinois, USA

Reviewed: May 22, 2009

I'm not a huge fan of bleu cheese but hubby loves it so i gave this a try. I made exactly as written and this salad was delicious. Instead of mixing the dressing in the entire salad, we topped the individual servings so as to preserve the leftovers. I was amazed at how well this held up in an airtight container in the fridge. Was just as good the next day. The apples werent even brown. Thanks Sunny for a great summer salad!

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cheryl

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Rochester, New Hampshire, USA

Living In: Dover, New Hampshire, USA

Reviewed: May 4, 2009

Good salad! The dressing was very light, perfect for summer. I used Gala apple instead of Granny Smith because that's what I had, I also omitted the green peas and blue cheese just a preference.

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Fit&Healthy Mom

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA

Reviewed: Sep. 11, 2008

I must be all alone here but I did not care for the ingredients in the salad itself. I just thought the combination did not compliment each other at all - however, the dressing rocked! Wow I absolutely loved it. Will certainly be using it on a combination of salad ingredients to suit us.

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Patti

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Tacoma, Washington, USA

Living In: Lakewood, Washington, USA

Reviewed: May 8, 2008

Really different, gourmet-like. This would be a nice salad to impress a dinner party. Hubby and I liked it a lot, the kids not so much.

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tizzylizz

Home Town: Milford, Michigan, USA

Living In: Apex, North Carolina, USA

Reviewed: Apr. 25, 2008

This is a delicious salad that's just so full of flavor. I omitted the grapes and celery (personal preference) and subbed walnut oil for peanut. I love the light dressing--it gives flavor without being overpowering or oily, and the hot sauce gives it the tiniest kick. Next time, I may add raisins. Naturally, it got soggy the next day, but the flavor was still great.

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KymInNM

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Central Point, Oregon, USA

Living In: Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA

Reviewed: Apr. 9, 2008

This recipe would get 10 stars if I had the option! The color was phenomenal, and the combination of ingredients, down to the lemonade based dressing was amazing. My family thoroughly enjoyed this salad, and I will be adding this to my Summer menu when I have friends over. Thanks, Sunny B for such an innovative and delicious recipe!

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