Pear Gorgonzola Salad (Print version)

Sweet pears meet tangy Gorgonzola with crisp greens, walnuts, and honey-balsamic dressing in this quick 15-minute dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Salad

01 - 6 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix)
02 - 2 ripe pears, cored and thinly sliced
03 - 3.5 oz Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
04 - 0.5 cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
05 - 0.25 cup dried cranberries (optional)

→ Dressing

06 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
07 - 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
08 - 1 tablespoon honey
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

# Directions:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
02 - In a large salad bowl, toss the mixed greens lightly with half of the prepared dressing.
03 - Arrange the pear slices, Gorgonzola crumbles, toasted walnuts, and dried cranberries over the dressed greens.
04 - Drizzle with the remaining dressing just before serving.
05 - Plate and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Fast and Fresh: Ready in just 15 minutes with absolutely no cooking required.
  • Perfect Balance: Combines sweet, salty, tangy, and crunchy elements in every bite.
  • Diet-Friendly: A naturally vegetarian and gluten-free option that doesn't compromise on taste.
  • Versatile: Works equally well as a gourmet appetizer or a healthy main course.
02 -
  • Pear Ripeness: Choose pears that are ripe but still firm to the touch; this ensures they hold their shape when sliced.
  • Temperature: Keep your Gorgonzola chilled until the moment you crumble it to keep the pieces distinct and prevent them from becoming too soft.
  • Allergen Care: This dish contains dairy and tree nuts. Always check labels for hidden gluten or nut traces if serving guests with allergies.
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