Description
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and savory with this Caramelized Pear and Blue Cheese Salad. The warm, caramelized pears combined with tangy blue cheese make this salad a delightful autumn treat.
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 2 ripe pears (cored and sliced)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
For the Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Caramelize Pears: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and stir in honey. Add pear slices and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and caramelized. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Prepare Salad: In a large bowl, toss salad greens with blue cheese, walnuts, and cranberries.
- Make Dressing: In a small jar or bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Assemble Salad: Arrange caramelized pears over the salad, drizzle with dressing, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crunch, substitute candied pecans for walnuts.
- This salad pairs beautifully with grilled chicken for a more filling meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 240 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
