Pear Blue Cheese Walnut and Bacon Salad
Indulge in the perfect medley of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors with this Pear Blue Cheese Walnut and Bacon Salad. This vibrant dish combines crisp mixed greens with juicy, ripe pears, tangy crumbled blue cheese, and buttery toasted walnuts, all topped with savory crumbles of crispy bacon. Drizzled with a simple yet flavorful balsamic honey vinaigrette, this salad is a delightful balance of textures and tastes that’s as elegant as it is easy to prepare. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for a crowd-pleasing appetizer, a luxurious lunch, or a light dinner. Whether you’re entertaining or treating yourself, this recipe promises a gourmet experience with minimal effort. Perfect for fall or holiday menus, it highlights seasonal ingredients and is loaded with flavor-packed goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 2 medium ripe pears
- 1 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1 cup walnuts
- 6 slices bacon
- 0.5 cup balsamic vinaigrette
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 8–10 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and cool, then crumble into small pieces.
While the bacon cooks, toast the walnuts. Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a dry skillet over low heat. Add the walnuts and stir occasionally for 3–5 minutes, until they are lightly golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
Wash and dry the salad greens. Place them in a large serving bowl or divide them among individual plates.
Slice the pears into thin wedges, removing the core and seeds. Arrange the slices over the greens.
Sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese, toasted walnuts, and crumbled bacon evenly over the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinaigrette and honey until well combined. Add salt and black pepper to taste.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine or serve with dressing on the side.
Serve immediately and enjoy this delicious blend of flavors and textures.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2107 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.7 g | 211% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.0 g | 205% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 71.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 133 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 4250 mg | 185% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.8 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.7 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.5 g | ||
| Protein | 64.9 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 866 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 2079 mg | 44% | |
*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.
