Caramelized Pear and Blue Cheese Salad Recipe
A delightful salad that combines the rich, sweet flavor of caramelized pears with the tangy, bold taste of blue cheese, finished off with a crunchy blend of greens and walnuts for a perfect balance.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 ripe pears halved, cored, and sliced
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter for caramelizing
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 6 oz mixed salad greens washed and dried
- 4 oz blue cheese crumbled
- 1 cup walnuts toasted
- 0.25 cup balsamic vinegar for dressing
- 0.25 cup olive oil for dressing
- 0.5 tsp salt to taste
- 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground, to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add pear slices and sprinkle with brown sugar. Cook until pears are caramelized, about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally.
- In a large bowl, combine salad greens, blue cheese, and toasted walnuts.
- Whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
- Drizzle the salad with the balsamic dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Top the salad with the caramelized pears and serve immediately.
Notes
This salad is best served fresh. For a nut-free version, substitute walnuts with sunflower seeds or omit entirely.