BARTLETT PEAR AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD
Sweet pears and rich blue cheese turn a bed of greens into an elegant side. Topped with tangy vinaigrette, this tantalizing salad from Cindy Dyrnes of Deptford, New Jersey will win rave reviews from all!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place pears, cut side down, in an 11x7-in. baking dish. Brush with 2 teaspoons lemon juice. Add water and remaining lemon juice to pan. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15-20 minutes or just until pears are tender. Drain and cool to room temperature. , In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. In another bowl, combine the blue cheese, walnuts and onions., Just before serving, divide lettuce among six plates; drizzle with dressing. Top each with a pear half and 2 tablespoons blue cheese mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 261mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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Levon Snyder
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this salad to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dish.
Nawaz shah
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of sweet and savory.
Suresh Joshi
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and interesting salad recipes. This one definitely fits the bill!
Ayaz Sahb
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.
Jada Calhoun
[email protected]I added some crumbled bacon to this salad and it was amazing!
Aden Schmenk
[email protected]This is a great salad for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover pears.
kumar shuvo
[email protected]I've never been a big fan of blue cheese, but I really enjoyed it in this salad. The pears and walnuts helped to balance out the flavor.
Mumbere Victor
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was gone in minutes. Everyone loved it!
Sahar
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.
Obaidullah Aurangzeb
[email protected]I wasn't sure about the combination of pears and blue cheese, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's a really delicious and unique salad.
Qamar Shahzad
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this salad. It's a great way to showcase fresh, seasonal ingredients.
OLUFOWOBI OLUSEGUN
[email protected]I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
tadese amsal
[email protected]This salad was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of sweet pears, tangy blue cheese, and crunchy walnuts was perfect.