Caramelised Pear and Rocket Arugula Salad with Blue Cheese
Indulge in the perfect harmony of sweet and savory with this Caramelised Pear and Rocket Arugula Salad with Blue Cheese. This elegant dish combines tender, caramelized pear slices coated in brown sugar and balsamic glaze with the peppery bite of fresh rocket (arugula). Crumbled blue cheese adds a creamy, tangy richness, while toasted pecans or walnuts provide a satisfying crunch. Tossed in a honey-balsamic vinaigrette, this salad strikes the ideal balance between vibrant freshness and indulgent depth. Perfect as a starter or light main course, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser for dinner parties or sophisticated weeknight meals. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's the ideal blend of gourmet flavors and quick preparation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe but firm pears
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 100 grams rocket (arugula)
- 60 grams blue cheese
- 50 grams pecans or walnuts
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (for dressing)
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel and core the pears, then slice them into wedges.
In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the pear slices and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they start to soften.
Sprinkle the brown sugar over the pears and gently stir to coat. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the sugar has melted and the pears are caramelized.
Drizzle 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar over the pears and cook for another minute. Remove the skillet from heat and let the pears cool slightly.
Toast the pecans or walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring often, until fragrant. Set aside to cool.
In a large bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Add the rocket (arugula) to the bowl and toss gently with the dressing until evenly coated.
Arrange the dressed rocket on a serving platter or individual plates. Top with the caramelized pear slices.
Crumble the blue cheese over the salad and sprinkle with the toasted pecans or walnuts.
Serve immediately and enjoy the balance of flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1391 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.6 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.7 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 76 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 1327 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 101.8 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.0 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 70.5 g | ||
| Protein | 21.8 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 580 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1282 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
