Caramelized Pear and Blue Cheese Salad: A Sweet and Savory Delight
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of our Caramelized Pear and Blue Cheese Salad: A Sweet and Savory Delight. This elegant salad is a harmonious blend of juicy caramelized pears, tangy blue cheese, and crunchy walnuts layered over a bed of fresh mixed greens. Perfectly balanced, it presents an irresistible sweet-and-savory profile that will elevate any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ripe pears
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp honey
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Caramelize the Pears: In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add honey, then pear slices. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden.
- Assemble the Greens: In a large bowl, toss mixed greens with crumbled blue cheese and toasted walnuts.
- Top with Pears: Place warm caramelized pears on top of the greens.
- Drizzle and Season: Finish with balsamic glaze and season with salt and pepper as desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (180g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg