Best 10 Grilled Gorgonzola Pear Salad Recipes

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Welcome to the world of culinary delight! Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the secrets behind crafting the perfect grilled gorgonzola pear salad. Discover the exquisite interplay of flavors and textures as sweet and juicy pears, creamy gorgonzola cheese, and crisp, refreshing greens harmonize in a tantalizing symphony of taste. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a dish that is both visually stunning and palate-pleasing. Let's dive into the art of creating this remarkable salad and uncover the secrets to making it a masterpiece.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

PEAR & GORGONZOLA SALAD



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Make and share this Pear & Gorgonzola Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup walnut halves, toasted
4 -6 cups torn salad greens, , trimmed washed & dried
1/2 cup vinaigrette
2 pears, peeled,cored & sliced
1/4 lb gorgonzola (You may substitute with Blue or roquefort cheese)
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3/4 cup virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons shallots, finely minced
pepper

Steps:

  • To make Vinaigrette------------------.
  • Mix vinegar, salt, mustard in a blender or food processor.
  • Very slowly pour in the oil while processor is on.
  • Process until an emulsion forms.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Add shallots& pepper.
  • Best to make it fresh but may be stored for a few days in the fridge.
  • ---Salad-----------------------.
  • Toss greens with most of the vinaigrette.
  • Divide among 4 plates.
  • Decorate with pear slices and crumbled cheese.
  • Coarsely chop the walnuts and put on top of salad.
  • Drizzle the last of the vinaigrette over top.

PEAR & GORGONZOLA SALAD



Pear & Gorgonzola Salad image

This pear and gorgonzola salad combines crispy lettuce leaves with the sweetness of pear and the acidity of cheese to reach the perfect bite.

Provided by Laura

Categories     Salad

Time 13m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon honey or agave
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon oregano
salt and pepper to taste
Squeeze of lemon juice
3 cups wild lettuce mix or arugula
1 pear (diced)
3 tablespoons crumbled gorgonzola or blue cheese
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts (lightly toasted)
2 tablespoons dried cranberries (roughly chopped)

Steps:

  • Toast the walnuts in a pan with a small amount of oil over medium heat for 3 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
  • To make the salad dressing, add the olive oil, vinegar, honey, dijon mustard, and oregano to a small mixing bowl. Whisk ingredients together until well combined. Add a squeeze of lemon juice, if desired and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add the lettuce, pear, cheese, walnuts and cranberries to a large salad bowl.
  • Top the salad with half the salad dressing. Mix gently to coat the lettuce. If the salad requires more dressing, add a little extra at a time until the desired dressing ratio is reached. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Sodium 159 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 10 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PEAR SALAD WITH GORGONZOLA DRESSING



Pear Salad with Gorgonzola Dressing image

Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups baby arugula, washed
1 (18-ounce) can pear halves, drained and cut into large dice
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup plain yogurt
3/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola
3 tablespoons walnuts

Steps:

  • Divide arugula between 4 plates and top with pears.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine vinegar, oil, honey, sour cream and yogurt. Fold in Gorgonzola. Drizzle dressing over salad. Garnish each plate with walnuts and serve.

GORGONZOLA AND PEAR SALAD WITH HONEY DIJON DRESSING



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Provided by Food Network

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pouch (6.4 oz.) StarKist® Albacore Tuna in Water
1 bag (6 oz.) baby lettuce greens
1/2 cup gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1 pear, cored and sliced thinly
1/4 cup light honey Dijon salad dressing

Steps:

  • Place lettuce on serving platter. Top with tuna, cheese, walnuts and pear slices.
  • Drizzle Dijon dressing over salad.

GORGONZOLA PEAR TOSSED SALAD



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Tired of tossed salads? Here's an irresistible variation featuring pears that makes an attractive and tasty first course. The cheese and pecans are nice additions. You'll appreciate how easy it is. -Melinda Singer, Malibu, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 medium pears, quartered and cored
1/3 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
12 cups spring mix salad greens
4 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2 cups crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1 cup pecan halves, toasted
1-1/2 cups balsamic vinaigrette

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Place pears in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt. Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes, basting occasionally with cooking juices., In a large salad bowl, combine greens, tomatoes, cheese and pecans. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Divide among 12 serving plates; top each with two pear pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 23g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 716mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

GORGONZOLA PEAR SALAD



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This quick, easy recipe really showcases pears. When I have leftover cooked chicken, I often add it to the recipe to make a main dish salad.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings (1-1/4 cups dressing).

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup white wine vinegar
1 can (15 ounces) pear halves, drained
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup olive oil
6 cups torn mixed salad greens
2 medium pears, chopped
1 medium tomato, seeded and finely chopped
3/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
Coarsely ground pepper, optional

Steps:

  • For dressing, in a blender, combine the vinegar, pear halves and salt; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream., In a salad bowl, combine the greens, chopped pears, tomato, walnuts and cheese. Drizzle with desired amount of dressing; toss to coat. Serve with pepper if desired. Refrigerate any leftover dressing.

Nutrition Facts :

GRILLED PEARS WITH GORGONZOLA, WALNUTS & VINAIGRETTE SALAD



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An easier version of a Cuisinart recipe. I believe this recipe is as good as the quality of your vinaigrette.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Pears

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup vinaigrette, good quality
2 bosc pears
1/4 cup walnut pieces
1/4 cup gorgonzola (or good quality bleu)
1 tablespoon honey
4 cups baby arugula, escarole or 4 cups endive

Steps:

  • Clean and oil your grill grate. Turn on and heat to medium high heat.
  • Cut pears in half and scoop out the cores. Slice a piece off the skin side so it will lay flat without rolling. Brush with a light oil (see Recipe #369334). Place pears cut-side down on the grill. Cover and cook until heated through and nice grill marks appear, about 10 minutes.
  • In the meantime, toast walnuts in small pan over medium heat on stovetop until toasted, about 5 minutes. Pour walnuts in small bowl and while still warm add gargonzola and mix so cheese melts. Add honey. Stir lightly to incorporate.
  • Toss arugula or other greens very lightly with vinaigrette. Divide onto four plates.
  • When pears are nicely grilled on cut side turn over and divide gorgonzola mixture among pears. Grill for a couple minutes more. Remove pears and place ½ pear on each of the four plates. Drizzle with vinaigrette. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.3, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 6.3, Sodium 124.6, Carbohydrate 24, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 16.2, Protein 3.9

ARUGULA SALAD WITH GRILLED PEARS, PISTACHIOS AND RICOTTA SALATA



Arugula Salad with Grilled Pears, Pistachios and Ricotta Salata image

Provided by Diane Kochilas

Categories     Salad     Cheese     Appetizer     Fourth of July     Vegetarian     Father's Day     Backyard BBQ     Lunch     Salad Dressing     Pear     Pistachio     Arugula     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup shelled pistachios
4 large pears, peeled, cored, and halved
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 (1/3-inch-thick) round slices ricotta salata or Greek manouri cheese
8 cups trimmed, torn arugula leaves
For the dressing
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
4 tablespoons honey
4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon crushed pink peppercorns
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat the grill to medium.
  • Place the pistachios in a shallow, heavy pan and place on the grill rack. Pull down the lid (make sure the ventilation holes are open), and smoke for about 3 minutes. Open the lid once, shake the pan back and forth to keep the nuts from burning, and continue smoking another minute or two, until lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, toss the pears with the olive oil. Place on the hottest part of the grill rack, turning until there are light grill marks on each of the pear wedges, about 3 minutes. Remove.
  • Place the cheese rounds on the grill rack over the medium-hot spot on the grill and cook just until the cheese is branded lightly with grill lines. Flip carefully and repeat on the other side. Remove.
  • Divide the arugula evenly among four plates. Cut each cheese round into quarters. Top the arugula with alternating wedges of grilled ricotta salata and grilled pears. Add the smoked pistachios.
  • Make the dressing:
  • Whisk together all the dressing ingredients until smooth and pour in equal amounts over each salad. Serve.

GRILLED GORGONZOLA, PEAR, AND WATERCRESS SANDWICHES



Grilled Gorgonzola, Pear, and Watercress Sandwiches image

Categories     Sandwich     Fruit     Broil     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Blue Cheese     Pear     Winter     Watercress     Gourmet

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 ounces chilled Gorgonzola cheese (for strong flavor) or 6 ounces chilled Saga Blue cheese (for milder flavor)
1 firm-ripe pear such as Bartlett or Anjou
four 1/2-inch-thick slices whole-grain bread
1 cup watercress sprigs (about 1/2 bunch, coarse stems discarded)

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler.
  • Cut cheese into thin slices. Halve pear lengthwise and core with a lemon-ball cutter. Slice pear thin crosswise.
  • On a baking sheet toast both sides of bread about 3 inches from heat until golden. Divide watercress among toasts and cover with overlapping pear slices. Arrange cheese over pear slices and broil sandwiches until cheese is melted, about 1 minute.

PEAR, GORGONZOLA AND MESCLUN SALAD



Pear, Gorgonzola And Mesclun Salad image

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 large pears, about 2 pounds
4 tablespoon lemon juice
6 ounces Gorgonzola or other creamy blue cheese
12 cups mixed greens, washed, dried and torn into bite-size pieces
1 to 1 1/2 cups any vinaigrette

Steps:

  • Peel and core the pears; cut them into thin slices, and toss with the lemon juice. Cover, and refrigerate until needed.
  • Crumble the Gorgonzola into small bits; cover and refrigerate until needed.
  • To serve, toss the pear, cheese and greens together with as much dressing as desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 212, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 174 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

Tips:

  • Choose ripe pears: For the best flavor and texture, use ripe but firm pears. Avoid pears that are too soft or bruised.
  • Use a good quality gorgonzola cheese: The flavor of the gorgonzola cheese will shine through in this salad, so it's important to use a good quality cheese. Look for a cheese that is creamy and flavorful.
  • Grill the pears and cheese briefly: Just a few minutes on the grill is enough to give the pears and cheese a slightly smoky flavor and a nice caramelized crust.
  • Use a variety of greens: A mix of greens will add flavor and texture to the salad. Try using a combination of baby spinach, arugula, and romaine lettuce.
  • Add some nuts or seeds: Nuts or seeds will add a bit of crunch and extra flavor to the salad. Try using walnuts, pecans, or pumpkin seeds.
  • Make a simple vinaigrette dressing: A simple vinaigrette dressing is all you need to dress this salad. Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.

Conclusion:

This Grilled Gorgonzola Pear Salad is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The combination of sweet pears, creamy gorgonzola cheese, and tangy vinaigrette dressing is sure to please everyone at your table.

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