Caramelized Pear and Blue Cheese Salad: A Sweet and Savory Delight
Experience the perfect harmony of sweet and savory with this Caramelized Pear and Blue Cheese Salad. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up a stunning dish that features juicy caramelized pears, tangy blue cheese, and crunchy toasted walnuts, all resting on a bed of fresh mixed greens. This elegant salad is ideal for a light lunch, a delightful side at family dinners, or an impressive starter for entertaining guests. Not only is it quick to prepare, but its vibrant colors and flavors are sure to impress everyone at the table. Plus, it’s versatile enough to adapt to your tastes—feel free to add proteins or swap out ingredients!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sautéing
- 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
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add honey and sliced pears; cook for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, crumbled blue cheese, and toasted walnuts. Top with warm caramelized pears.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze and season with salt and pepper before serving immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg