Grilled Pears with Gorgonzola Walnuts Vinaigrette Salad
Elevate your salad game with this elegant Grilled Pears with Gorgonzola Walnuts Vinaigrette Salad—the perfect blend of smoky, sweet, and savory flavors. Juicy ripe pears are lightly grilled to enhance their natural sweetness, then paired with tangy crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, nutty toasted walnuts, and a medley of fresh salad greens. A drizzle of homemade balsamic vinaigrette infused with honey and lemon juice ties it all together for a burst of flavor in every bite. This quick and easy recipe is ideal for a gourmet-style appetizer, a light lunch, or a standout side dish for your next dinner party. Simple yet sophisticated, it’s a seasonal delight that turns humble ingredients into a feast for the senses.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 ripe, firm pears (such as Bosc or Anjou)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix)
- 0.5 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
- 0.33 cup chopped walnuts
- 0.33 cup balsamic vinaigrette
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
Slice the pears in half lengthwise and remove the core using a melon baller or spoon. Brush the cut sides with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Place the pears cut-side down on the preheated grill. Cook for 2-3 minutes until grill marks form, then flip and grill the rounded sides for another 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
While the pears cool, combine mixed salad greens in a large salad bowl.
In a small skillet, toast the chopped walnuts over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinaigrette, honey, lemon juice, the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and freshly ground black pepper to make the dressing.
Once the pears are cool enough to handle, slice them into wedges.
Scatter the pear slices over the salad greens. Sprinkle the crumbled Gorgonzola cheese and toasted walnuts on top.
Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette mixture over the salad, tossing lightly to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy this elegant dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1134 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.8 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.3 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 1554 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.1 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.8 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.5 g | ||
| Protein | 23.7 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 482 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1249 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.
