Low Fat Gorgonzola and Pear Salad
Light, flavorful, and irresistibly fresh, this Low Fat Gorgonzola and Pear Salad is the ultimate combination of sweet and savory. Delicate mixed greens form the base of this elegant dish, while juicy slices of ripe pear and crumbles of creamy low-fat Gorgonzola cheese add rich flavor and balanced sweetness. Toasted walnuts bring a satisfying crunch, all tied together with a zesty homemade dressing of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of honey. Ready in just 15 minutes, this salad is perfect as a refreshing starter or a light meal on its own. Bursting with textures and flavors, it's a healthy and sophisticated way to elevate your salad game. Keywords: low-fat salad, Gorgonzola and pear recipe, healthy salad, quick meal, fresh ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens
- 2 medium Ripe pears
- 0.5 cups Low-fat Gorgonzola cheese
- 0.25 cups Walnuts
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Place the mixed salad greens in a large serving bowl.
Halve and core the pears, then slice them thinly. If desired, toss the pear slices in half the lemon juice to prevent browning.
Scatter the pear slices over the mixed greens.
Sprinkle Gorgonzola cheese evenly on top of the salad.
In a small dry skillet, toast the walnuts over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until they are slightly browned and fragrant. Allow them to cool slightly before adding to the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, the remaining lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving, and gently toss to combine all ingredients.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional crumbled Gorgonzola if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1002 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.7 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 64 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 2872 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.3 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.9 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.6 g | ||
| Protein | 38.1 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 762 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1101 mg | 23% | |
*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.
