Description
Experience the delightful blend of textures and flavors in this Pear & Walnut Salad with Blue Cheese. Crisp mixed greens, sweet ripe pears, crunchy toasted walnuts, and creamy blue cheese come together for a salad that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Drizzled with a tangy balsamic dressing, this dish is perfect for elegant gatherings or light lunches. Impress your guests with this simple yet sophisticated salad that celebrates fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 2 ripe pears, sliced
- 1 cup walnuts, toasted
- 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and thoroughly dry the mixed greens.
- Slice the ripe pears into thin wedges.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and toast walnuts on a baking sheet for 8-10 minutes until fragrant.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, pear slices, toasted walnuts, and blue cheese. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
- Serve immediately on plates or from the bowl.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For added sweetness, consider incorporating dried cranberries or swapping blue cheese with goat cheese for a milder taste. - Store any leftovers in an airtight container without dressing for up to two days to maintain freshness.