Caramelized Pear and Toasted Almond Salad
Indulge in the perfect harmony of sweet, nutty, and savory flavors with this Caramelized Pear and Toasted Almond Salad. Juicy ripe pears are caramelized in butter and brown sugar for a velvety, golden glaze, while crunchy sliced almonds bring a toasty warmth. Mixed greens form a fresh, crisp base, complemented by tangy crumbles of goat cheese and a luscious honey Dijon vinaigrette that ties everything together. Ready in just 25 minutes, this elegant salad is ideal as a starter or a light main course, making it a stunning addition to dinner parties or weeknight meals. Bursting with textures and balanced flavors, this salad will transform your seasonal produce into a gourmet experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole Ripe pears
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 6 cups Mixed greens
- 1 cup Sliced almonds
- 1 cup Crumbled goat cheese
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and core the pears, then slice them into quarters.
In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and stir in the brown sugar until it dissolves.
Add the pear slices to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden and caramelized. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
In a dry pan, toast the sliced almonds over medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Prepare the honey vinaigrette by whisking together honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, caramelized pears, toasted almonds, and crumbled goat cheese.
Drizzle the honey vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2458 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 186.5 g | 239% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.3 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 203 mg | 68% | |
| Sodium | 2659 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 139.6 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.8 g | 117% | |
| Total Sugars | 92.6 g | ||
| Protein | 75.0 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 892 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 2176 mg | 46% | |
*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.
