Description
This Caramelized Pear and Blue Cheese Salad combines sweet caramelized pears, tangy blue cheese, crunchy candied nuts, and balsamic glaze over fresh greens. A perfect balance of sweet, savory, and crunchy textures, this gourmet salad is quick, easy, and ideal for a light lunch or elegant dinner.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 2 ripe pears, sliced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 6 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix)
- ½ cup crumbled blue cheese
- ¼ cup candied walnuts or pecans
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze (or balsamic vinaigrette)
Instructions
For the Salad:
- 2 ripe pears, sliced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 6 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix)
- ½ cup crumbled blue cheese
- ¼ cup candied walnuts or pecans
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze (or balsamic vinaigrette)
Notes
- Make it a meal: Add grilled chicken or roasted butternut squash for a heartier dish.
- Nut-Free Option: Swap candied nuts for toasted pumpkin seeds.
- Dressing Alternative: Use a honey mustard vinaigrette for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sautéing, Assembling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: ~280 kcal per serving
