Caramelized Pear and Blue Cheese Salad: A Sweet and Savory Delight
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Caramelized Pear and Blue Cheese Salad, a sweet and savory dish that is perfect for any occasion. This elegant salad features juicy caramelized pears that perfectly complement the tangy blue cheese, all nestled on a bed of fresh mixed greens. Toasted walnuts add a satisfying crunch, making it not just a feast for the palate but also visually appealing. With its quick preparation time of under 15 minutes, this salad is ideal for dinner parties or a simple weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe pears, sliced
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp honey
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the honey until well combined.
- Add the pear slices and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and caramelized.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss together the mixed greens and sprinkle crumbled blue cheese and toasted walnuts on top.
- Place warm caramelized pears over the salad base, drizzle with balsamic glaze, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg