Best 5 Endive And Romaine Salad With Walnuts Pears And Gorgonzola And Raspberry Balsamic Drizzle Recipes

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Endive and romaine salad with walnuts, pears, gorgonzola, and a raspberry balsamic drizzle is a delightful dish that combines various flavors and textures for a satisfying and memorable dining experience. The endive and romaine lettuce provide a crisp and refreshing base, while the walnuts add a nutty crunch and the pears bring a touch of sweetness. The gorgonzola cheese adds a salty and tangy element, and the raspberry balsamic drizzle ties all the ingredients together with a flavorful and vibrant dressing. Whether you're looking for a light lunch or a flavorful side dish, this salad will surely impress and tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

ENDIVE AND PEAR SALAD



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Provided by Susannah Locketti

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large head Belgian endive
1 head romaine lettuce, leaves torn
1 Bosc pear
2 ounces gorgonzola, crumbled
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons seedless raspberry jam
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Clean the endive with a dry paper towel and slice off the bottom to separate the leaves. Arrange the leaves around the edge of a large platter. Fill the inside with torn romaine leaves. Cut the pear into thin slices and arrange throughout the platter. Sprinkle the gorgonzola and walnuts on top and season with pepper.
  • In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the jam and balsamic vinegar and heat for several seconds until warm. Stir with a small whisk. Drizzle the dressing over the salad.
  • From Food Network Star: The Official Insider's Guide to America's Hottest Food Show By Ian Jackman. Copyright (c) 2011 By Food Network. By arrangement with William Morris Cookbooks/HarperCollins Publishers.

ENDIVE AND ROMAINE SALAD WITH WALNUTS, PEARS, AND GORGONZOLA AND RASPBERRY BALSAMIC DRIZZLE



Endive and Romaine Salad with Walnuts, Pears, and Gorgonzola and Raspberry Balsamic Drizzle image

Provided by Susannah Locketti

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large endive
1 head romaine lettuce
1 Bosc pear
2 ounces Gorgonzola, crumbled
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup seedless raspberry jam
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Clean the endive with a dry paper towel and remove the core from the bottom to separate the leaves. Arrange the leaves in a circle on a large platter. Fill the inside of the circle with torn pieces of romaine lettuce. Cut the pear into thin slices and arrange throughout. Sprinkle the Gorgonzola and walnuts over the salad and season with pepper.
  • In a small microwaveable bowl, combine the jam with the balsamic vinegar. Heat for several seconds until slightly warm and then stir with a small wire whisk until combined. Drizzle over the salad and serve.

ENDIVE AND GORGONZOLA SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Fruit     Side     Quick & Easy     Blue Cheese     Apple     Walnut     Fall     Healthy     Endive     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup walnuts
2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
2 1/2 teaspoons honey
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 Belgian endives
1 Granny Smith apple
1/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese (about 1 ounce)
1 teaspoon minced fresh chives

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a shallow baking pan toast walnuts in middle of oven until fragrant, about 10 minutes, and cool. Chop walnuts.
  • In a small bowl whisk together vinegars and 1/2 teaspoon honey and add oil in a stream, whisking until emulsified. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
  • Separate 4 outer leaves from each endive and arrange 3 leaves on each of 4 plates. Cut remaining endive crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices and put in a large bowl. Peel apple and using a mandoline or other manual slicer cut thin slices lengthwise from 4 sides, stopping just before core. Make small stacks of slices and cut stacks into thin julienne strips.
  • Toss sliced endive with dressing and divide among plates, mounding on whole leaves. Top salads with Gorgonzola, walnuts, apple, chives, and salt and pepper to taste. Drizzle remaining 2 teaspoons honey over salads.

ENDIVE AND PEAR SALAD



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Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Clean the endive with a dry paper towel and slice off the bottom to separate the leaves. Arrange the leaves around the edge of a large platter. Fill the inside with torn romaine leaves. Cut the pear into thin slices and arrange throughout the platter. Sprinkle the gorgonzola and walnuts on top and season with pepper.In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the jam and balsamic vinegar and heat for several seconds until warm. Stir with a small whisk. Drizzle the dressing over the salad.From Food Network Star: The Official Insider's Guide to America's Hottest Food Show By Ian Jackman. Copyright (c) 2011 By Food Network. By arrangement with William Morris Cookbooks/HarperCollins Publishers.Source: foodnetwork.comRecipe formatted with the Cook'n Recipe Software from DVO Enterprises.

Nutrition Facts : Calories per serving 116

ENDIVE AND PEAR SALAD WITH GORGONZOLA CREAM DRESSING



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Provided by Anita Ravon

Categories     Salad     Cheese     Dairy     Leafy Green     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Yogurt     Blue Cheese     Pear     Endive     Bon Appétit     France

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
4 large heads Belgian endive, sliced
1 large pear, halved, cored, sliced
1/3 cup sour cream
1/3 cup plain yogurt
1 1/4 cups crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1/2 cup hazelnuts, toasted, husked
Chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Whisk 3 tablespoons vinegar, oil and honey in large bowl to blend. Add endive and pear and toss to coat. Blend sour cream, yogurt and remaining 1 tablespoon vinegar in medium bowl; mix in cheese. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Mound pear salad on platter. Top with dressing, then nuts and chives.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh and crisp endive and romaine lettuce for the best flavor and texture.
  • Use ripe and juicy pears for a sweet and flavorful addition to the salad.
  • Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant and golden brown.
  • Use a good quality gorgonzola cheese for a rich and creamy flavor.
  • Make the raspberry balsamic drizzle by combining raspberry vinegar, balsamic vinegar, honey, and olive oil in a small bowl and whisking until well blended.
  • Arrange the salad on a platter or individual plates and drizzle with the raspberry balsamic dressing.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Conclusion:

This endive and romaine salad with walnuts, pears, gorgonzola, and raspberry balsamic drizzle is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet and savory flavors, along with the creamy gorgonzola cheese and crunchy walnuts, creates a delightful taste experience. The raspberry balsamic drizzle adds a touch of sweetness and acidity that balances out the flavors of the salad perfectly. This salad is sure to impress your guests and is a great way to enjoy the fresh flavors of fall.

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