Best 13 Quick Blue Cheese Pear Salad Recipes

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Are you looking for a quick and easy recipe for a delicious salad that is perfect for lunch or dinner? Look no further than this blue cheese pear salad! This salad is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it can be made in just 15 minutes. With its combination of sweet pears, tangy blue cheese, crunchy walnuts, and a flavorful dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PEAR AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD



Pear and Blue Cheese Salad image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings (10 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2/3 cup nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds, or cashews)
1 bunch watercress
1 bunch arugula
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
2 teaspoons whole-grain mustard
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 Belgian endive
2 ripe pears, such as Anjou, Bartlett, or Comice
2 ounces mild blue cheese (about 1/2 cup loosely packed crumbles)

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.

PEAR AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD



Pear and Blue Cheese Salad image

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

1 (10 ounce) bag mixed field greens
½ cup sliced red onion
1 Bosc pear, cored and sliced
½ cup chopped candied pecans
½ cup crumbled blue cheese
¼ cup maple syrup
⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ cup walnut oil

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 & BLUE CHEESE SALAD



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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

12 cups torn romaine
2/3 cup balsamic vinaigrette
2 medium pears, sliced
2/3 cup crumbled blue cheese
2/3 cup glazed pecans

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

TANGY PEAR AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD



Tangy Pear and Blue Cheese Salad image

Romaine, blue cheese, chopped pears, walnuts, and red onions, combined with a tangy dressing, make this salad unforgettable. It is a sure hit worth trying!

Provided by LARAL

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

⅓ cup ketchup
½ cup distilled white vinegar
¾ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 cup canola oil
2 heads romaine lettuce, chopped
4 ounces crumbled blue cheese
2 pears - peeled, cored and chopped
½ cup toasted chopped walnuts
½ red onion, chopped

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix ketchup, vinegar, sugar, and salt. Gradually pour in oil, stirring constantly, until well blended.
  • In a large serving bowl, toss together lettuce, blue cheese, pears, walnuts, and red onion. Pour dressing over salad, and toss well to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 627 calories, Carbohydrate 43.3 g, Cholesterol 14.2 mg, Fat 49.7 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 1197.4 mg, Sugar 35.5 g

BACON, PEAR, AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD



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Seckel pears and shallots, caramelized in the oven, are placed on watercress and sprinkled with crisp bacon. The dressing is a tart, syrupy reduction of pure apple cider. Blue cheese on croutons is served alongside.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups apple cider, or juice
1 small baguette, cut diagonally into 12 slices (1/2 inch each)
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
9 Seckel pears
Juice of 1 lemon
8 medium shallots, peeled and cut into quarters
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
6 thick slabs bacon (6 ounces each), cut crosswise into 1-inch squares
2 watercress, washed and large stems removed
1/2 pound blue cheese

Steps:

  • Place cider in a medium saucepan, and bring to a boil. Cook until reduced to 1/2 cup, about 30 minutes. Cider should have a syrupy consistency. Remove from heat, and keep warm.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Make croutons: Place bread slices on a baking sheet, and brush with 4 tablespoons butter. Toast until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool completely.
  • Cut pears in half; remove seeds with a small melon baller, and discard. Place pears in a medium bowl. Squeeze lemon juice over, and toss to combine. Add shallots to bowl. Drizzle with remaining 4 tablespoons melted butter; sprinkle with sugar, salt, and pepper; and toss to coat. Place in roasting pan, pears cut side down. Roast until golden brown and soft when pierced with a knife, 35 to 45 minutes, stirring occasionally and gently with a wooden spoon.
  • While pears are cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add bacon, and saute until golden, about 3 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain; set aside. Remove pears and shallots from pan, and keep warm.
  • Arrange watercress on six serving plates, top with warm pear mixture, and sprinkle with bacon. Place two croutons with a piece of blue cheese on each plate. Drizzle reduced cider over salad. Serve immediately.

PEAR AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD



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Toasting the walnuts gives this quick-fix salad an extra-special touch!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups bite-size pieces romaine lettuce
1/2 red pear, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped walnuts, toasted
2 tablespoons walnut, olive or vegetable oil
1 1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 clove garlic, finely chopped

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix all salad ingredients.
  • In tightly covered container, shake all vinaigrette ingredients until well blended. Add to salad; toss to mix.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 180 mg

JUICY PEAR AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD



Juicy Pear and Blue Cheese Salad image

Impress your guests with this quicky bistro-style salad made with sweet, juicy pear slices and crumbled blue cheese.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 large pear, thinly sliced
1/2 cup KRAFT Natural Blue Cheese Crumbles
1/2 cup candied pecans
1/4 cup dried cherries
1/2 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing

Steps:

  • Toss all ingredients except dressing in large bowl.
  • Add dressing just before serving; mix lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 500 mg, Carbohydrate 19 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 13 g, Protein 4 g

GRIDDLED PEAR & BLUE CHEESE SALAD



Griddled pear & blue cheese salad image

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

4 firm, ripe pears , sliced lengthways into 1cm slices
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp white wine vinegar
1 tbsp honey
250g bag mixed salad leaf
150g pack blue cheese , crumbled
crusty bread , to serve (optional)

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

QUICK BLUE CHEESE PEAR SALAD



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Made with just five ingredients, this special salad from Ginger Smiser of Blanco, Texas is a cinch to put together. Chopped pear balances the rich blue cheese while almonds lend crunch and sweetness. Add a drizzle of dressing, and you're done!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups hearts of romaine salad mix
1 large pear, chopped
1/3 cup slivered almonds
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/3 cup Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the salad mix, pear, almonds and blue cheese. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

ROASTED PEAR AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD



Roasted Pear and Blue Cheese Salad image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 26m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 Bosc pears
3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon whole-grain mustard
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 bunch watercress, stems trimmed
1 bunch arugula, stems trimmed
2 endive, thinly sliced crosswise
2 ounces crumbled blue cheese, such as Roquefort, Maytag, or Stilton, about 1/2 cup
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Halve and core the pears and cut into 3/4-inch pieces. Heat 1 teaspoon of the olive oil in an ovenproof nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the pears and cook, stirring occasionally, until beginning to brown, about 4 minutes. Transfer pan to the oven and continue cooking until the pears are softened, about 5 to 7 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile, whisk the mustard and vinegar in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream, to make a smooth, slightly thick dressing. Set aside.
  • Toss the watercress, arugula, and endive in a large bowl. Add the blue cheese and dressing, season with salt and pepper, and toss gently. Toss the warm pears into the salad. Divide among 4 plates and serve immediately.

BLUE CHEESE AND PEAR SALAD



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Sweet pears and rich blue cheese combine together for an elegant salad. Topped with balsamic vinegar dressing this is bound to get rave reviews alongside any meal or on its own! Another great recipe from Taste of home.

Provided by Chef Decadent1

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 pears, cored and halved
6 teaspoons lemon juice
1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 1/4 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons walnuts
3 tablespoons green onions, chopped
1/8 cup dried cranberries
6 cups lettuce (* i use butter lettuce)

Steps:

  • Place pears, cut side down, in a baking dish. Brush with 2 tsp lemon juice. Add water and remaining lemon juice to pan.
  • Bake uncovered at 350 for 15-20 minutes or 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 along with thee dried cranberries.
  • Just before serving, divide lettuce among plates; place sliced pears and remainder of ingredients on top and drizzle with balsamic dressing. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.9, Fat 15.3, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 12.7, Sodium 398.6, Carbohydrate 23, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 13.2, Protein 5.5

PEAR AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD



Pear and Blue Cheese Salad image

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

1 (10 ounce) package spring salad mix
1 red onion (thinly sliced)
1 Barlett pear (diced)
1/2 cup candied pecans
1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 Tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup olive oil

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 CHEESE SALAD - QUICK



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Pretty salad for a quick addition to any meal! Easy preparation! My mother always used this salad as a side and to enhance the meals she would prepare. (Pineapple may be used instead of pears.)

Provided by Seasoned Cook

Categories     Low Protein

Time 5m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (15 ounce) can pears
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup cheddar cheese (shred)
lettuce leaf
cherries
pecans (optional)

Steps:

  • Place lettuce leaves on serving plate.
  • Drain pears and place on lettuce leaves. Spoon mayonnaise on top and sprinkle shredded cheese. Add cherries and pecans. (Pecans may be toasted if preferred).
  • Serve and enjoy!

Tips:

  • Choose ripe pears: The pears should be ripe but not too soft. They should yield to gentle pressure but not be mushy.
  • Use a variety of greens: A mix of greens, such as arugula, baby spinach, and watercress, adds texture and flavor to the salad.
  • Don't overdress the salad: A light vinaigrette is all you need to dress the salad. Too much dressing will weigh it down.
  • Add some crunch: Toasted walnuts or pecans add a nice crunch to the salad. You could also add some crumbled bacon or crispy fried onions.
  • Serve immediately: This salad is best served immediately after it is made. The pears will start to brown if they sit for too long.

Conclusion:

This blue cheese pear salad is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet pears, salty blue cheese, and crunchy walnuts is simply irresistible. This salad is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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