Pear and Blue Cheese Salad 🥗
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
Indulge in the perfect blend of sweetness and tanginess with this delightful Pear and Blue Cheese Salad. Fresh Anjou pears, crunchy walnuts, peppery arugula, and savory Stilton cheese come together harmoniously to create a salad that’s as pleasing to the palate as it is to the eye.
Ingredients:
- 1 Anjou pear
- 1 cup walnuts
- 1/2 cup Stilton cheese
- 2 cups arugula
- 1 cup romaine lettuce
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon walnut oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 432.7
- Fat Content: 39.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 7g
- Cholesterol Content: 12.7mg
- Sodium Content: 249.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 16.6g
- Fiber Content: 6.6g
- Sugar Content: 7g
- Protein Content: 10.2g
Directions:
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a large bowl, mix together the romaine lettuce and arugula. |
| 2 | In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, walnut oil, and olive oil to create the dressing. |
| 3 | Drizzle the dressing over the greens and toss until evenly coated. |
| 4 | Divide the dressed greens among 4 plates, spreading them out evenly. |
| 5 | Slice the Anjou pear thinly, then arrange 4 slices on each plate over the greens. |
| 6 | Crumble the Stilton cheese over the pear slices, distributing it evenly. |
| 7 | Sprinkle the walnuts over the salads, ensuring each plate gets a generous portion. |
Serving Suggestions:
Serve this Pear and Blue Cheese Salad as a refreshing appetizer or as a light lunch alongside your favorite soup or sandwich. It’s also a great side dish for grilled meats or seafood. Enjoy the vibrant flavors and textures with every bite!
Tips:
- For added freshness, toss the pear slices in a bit of lemon juice to prevent them from browning before serving.
- If Stilton cheese is not available, you can substitute it with other blue cheese varieties such as Gorgonzola or Roquefort.
- Toast the walnuts lightly in a dry skillet over medium heat for a few minutes to enhance their nutty flavor before adding them to the salad.
- Adjust the amount of dressing according to your preference. You can add more or less depending on how lightly or heavily dressed you like your salad.
- Feel free to customize this salad by adding additional ingredients such as dried cranberries, sliced apples, or grilled chicken for extra protein.
Enjoy your Pear and Blue Cheese Salad! 🍐🧀
