Sauteed Pear Salad
Elevate your salad game with this stunning Sautéed Pear Salad, a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors that’s as visually impressive as it is delicious. Juicy, ripe pears are caramelized in a luscious brown sugar and butter glaze, adding a golden, melt-in-your-mouth touch to a bed of crisp baby arugula or mixed greens. Crumbled goat cheese and candied pecans (or walnuts) provide creamy and crunchy contrasts, while a homemade balsamic-honey vinaigrette ties everything together with its tangy sweetness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy yet elegant salad is a standout choice for dinner parties, holiday gatherings, or a light gourmet meal at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole ripe but firm pears
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 6 cups baby arugula or mixed greens
- 1 cup crumbled goat cheese
- 1 cup candied pecans or walnuts
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel, core, and slice the pears into wedges (about 8 slices per pear).
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
Stir in the brown sugar and let it dissolve into the butter, creating a caramel-like sauce.
Add the pear slices to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are caramelized and slightly softened. Remove the pears from the skillet and set aside to cool slightly.
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
In a large salad bowl, toss the arugula or mixed greens with the dressing until evenly coated.
Arrange the greens on individual plates or a serving platter. Top with the sautéed pear slices, crumbled goat cheese, and candied pecans or walnuts.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Sauteed Pear Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2349 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 178.7 g | 229% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.4 g | 302% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 199 mg | 66% | |
| Sodium | 1978 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.3 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.3 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 112.8 g | ||
| Protein | 56.5 g | 113% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 597 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1288 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.
