Danish Cheese Salad
Elevate your salad game with this irresistibly flavorful Danish Cheese Salad, a perfect combination of vibrant greens, creamy Danish blue cheese, and sweet, juicy pear slices. This recipe offers a delightful balance of savory and sweet notes, enhanced by the crunch of toasted walnuts and the subtle tang of red onion. Tied together with a luscious homemade dressing of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and a hint of honey, this no-cook, 15-minute dish is not only quick and easy but also bursting with gourmet appeal. Ideal as a light lunch or an elegant side dish, this salad serves four and is a delicious showcase of fresh, wholesome ingredients, perfect for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams Danish blue cheese
- 200 grams Mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, and lettuce)
- 1 large Pear
- 50 grams Walnuts
- 1 small Red onion
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
1. Prep the salad greens: Rinse and drain the mixed salad greens thoroughly. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or use a salad spinner.
2. Slice the pear: Remove the core and thinly slice the pear into wedges. Set aside.
3. Toast the walnuts: In a dry skillet over medium heat, gently toast the walnuts for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until they are golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool.
4. Slice the red onion: Peel and thinly slice the red onion into rings.
5. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
6. Assemble the salad: In a large salad bowl, layer the mixed greens, pear slices, red onion rings, and toasted walnuts.
7. Crumble the Danish blue cheese: Scatter the cheese evenly over the salad.
8. Drizzle the dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, ensuring all ingredients are lightly coated.
9. Serve immediately: Divide the salad into individual plates or bowls and serve fresh for optimal flavor and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1481 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.5 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.6 g | 203% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 27.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 112 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 2998 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.3 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.3 g | ||
| Protein | 46.8 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1060 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1867 mg | 40% | |
*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.
