Pear Gorgonzola Salad
Sweet, savory, and irresistibly indulgent, this Pear Gorgonzola Salad is a showstopper for both casual lunches and elegant dinners. A vibrant mix of peppery arugula, tender spinach, and crunchy romaine forms the base for delicate slices of ripe pear, tangy crumbled gorgonzola, and toasted walnuts for a touch of nuttiness. Dried cranberries add bursts of sweetness, perfectly complementing the creamy, bold flavors of the cheese. Drizzle it all with a simple yet luxurious homemade balsamic dressing made with olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, and spices for a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy. Ready in just 15 minutes, this salad is as effortless as it is delicious, and it’s perfect as a light main course or a stunning side dish. Whether you're entertaining or treating yourself, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of freshness, crunch, and decadence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, and romaine)
- 1 Ripe pear (e.g., Bartlett or Anjou), thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 0.25 cup Walnuts, roughly chopped and lightly toasted
- 0.25 cup Dried cranberries
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, thinly sliced pear, crumbled gorgonzola cheese, toasted walnuts, and dried cranberries.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasonings if needed (adding more honey for sweetness or balsamic vinegar for tang).
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving.
Toss gently to combine, ensuring the salad ingredients are lightly coated with the dressing.
Transfer to individual serving plates or bowls, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1081 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.8 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.8 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 1567 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.4 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.3 g | ||
| Protein | 21.6 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 460 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| 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.
