The rich, juicy sweetness of Bartlett pears blends seamlessly with the sharp, salty bite of blue cheese in this classic salad combination. With a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation, you can create a dish that's both elegant and satisfying. Whether you're serving it as a light lunch or a side dish at your next dinner party, this salad is sure to impress.
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PEAR & BLUE CHEESE SALAD
This crisp fall salad gets its tartness from fresh pears, an extra crunch from pecans and a hint of creaminess from blue cheese. It's simple, but always impresses. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place romaine in a large bowl. Drizzle with vinaigrette; toss to coat. Top with pears, cheese and pecans. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 324mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PEAR AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD
This salad brings together ingredients that really enhance each other, and the dressing packs a perfect punch with maple syrup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. It's a favorite in my family!
Provided by SPERL25
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place the salad greens in a large bowl. Add the red onion, pear, pecans, and blue cheese, and toss to mix evenly.
- To make the dressing, place the maple syrup, vinegar, mayonnaise, brown sugar, salt, and pepper in a blender, and blend thoroughly. With the motor running, slowly pour in the walnut oil. Blend until mixture becomes creamy, about 1 minute. Pour over salad mixture, and toss to coat greens evenly. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.3 g, Cholesterol 15.4 mg, Fat 30.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 630.7 mg, Sugar 17.9 g
PEAR AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD
Spring salad topped with red onion, candied pecans, blue cheese crumbles and a zesty homemade dressing.
Provided by Elyse
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place salad in a large bowl.
- Top with onion, pear, pecans and blue cheese. Toss until combined.
- Place all dressing ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat, or serve on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 1852 kcal, Fat 157 g, SaturatedFat 33 g, Cholesterol 97 mg, Sodium 3882 mg, Carbohydrate 102 g, Sugar 74 g, Protein 17 mg
PEAR AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 20m
Yield 4 to 6 servings (10 cups)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the nuts on a sheet pan in a single layer. Bake, shaking the pan occasionally, until the nuts are toasted and fragrant, about 7 to 10 minutes. Let the nuts cool, and then coarsely chop.
- Trim the stems of the watercress and arugula. Wash and dry the leaves.
- Meanwhile, whisk the vinegar and mustard together in a large salad bowl. Season with the 1/4 teaspoon salt and some pepper. Gradually whisk in the olive oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream, to make a smooth, slightly thick dressing.
- Halve the endive lengthwise, cut out core, then thinly slice crosswise and add all the lettuces to the bowl. Quarter and core the unpeeled pears and thinly slice; add to the salad. Scatter the cheese and nuts over the salad, and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Toss the salad gently to evenly dress all the greens. Divide among 4 plates and serve immediately.
STILTON AND PEAR SALAD
Categories Salad Cheese Fruit Leafy Green Nut Quick & Easy Blue Cheese Pear Pecan Winter Gourmet
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl whisk together the vinegar, the mustard, and salt and pepper to taste, add the oil in a stream, whisking, and whisk the dressing until it is emulsified. In a bowl toss the lettuce with half the dressing and divide the salad among 4 plates. Halve and core the pear and cut it lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Arrange one fourth of the pear slices decoratively on each plate, divide the Stilton and the pecans among the salads, and drizzle the remaining dressing on top.
GRIDDLED PEAR & BLUE CHEESE SALAD
Contrast sweet grilled fruit with salty robust blue cheese and a honey vinaigrette in this stylish salad
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Lunch, Main course
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Put the pears in a bowl and drizzle with 1 tsp of the oil. Heat a griddle pan, then cook the pears, in batches, for 1 min on each side. Set aside to cool.
- Mix the remaining oil, vinegar and honey. Toss the pears, leaves and cheese, divide between 4 plates and drizzle with the dressing. Serve with bread, if you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 17 grams fat, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 19 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 19 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 8 grams protein, Sodium 1.2 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Choose ripe pears: Look for pears that are slightly soft to the touch and have a sweet aroma. Avoid pears that are too hard or have bruises or blemishes.
- Use a variety of greens: This salad is a great way to use up leftover greens. You can use a mix of baby spinach, arugula, kale, or any other greens you have on hand.
- Don't overdress the salad: A little bit of dressing goes a long way. Too much dressing will overwhelm the delicate flavors of the pears and blue cheese.
- Serve the salad immediately: This salad is best served immediately after it is made. The pears will start to brown if they sit in the dressing for too long.
Conclusion:
This Bartlett pear and blue cheese salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a light lunch or a side dish for your next dinner party, this salad is sure to please everyone at the table.
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