Best 7 Warm Pear Salad With Gorgonzola Recipes

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Warm pear salad with gorgonzola is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The sweetness of the pears pairs perfectly with the salty and tangy flavors of the gorgonzola cheese. This salad is also a great way to showcase seasonal produce. If you are looking for a recipe for a warm pear salad with gorgonzola, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you with several recipes for this delicious dish. We will also provide you with tips on how to choose the best pears and gorgonzola for your salad.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

PEAR & GORGONZOLA SALAD



Pear & Gorgonzola Salad image

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

HARVEST PEAR & GORGONZOLA SALAD



Harvest Pear & Gorgonzola Salad image

This irresistible salad features juicy pears, salty gorgonzola (or blue cheese), crunchy fennel, peppery arugula, sweet dried cherries and nutty walnuts. A quick apple cider vinaigrette ties everything together. It's always a crowd pleaser, and it pairs perfectly with just about any main course, from holiday roasts, to baked chicken, to weeknight pastas. If you're not a blue cheese fan, goat cheese and feta are also delicious (although this salad has converted blue cheese skeptics!). Don't miss my step-by-step video above!

Provided by Nicki Sizemore

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 medium head radicchio, thinly sliced
1/2 medium fennel bulb, thinly sliced or shaved on mandoline
2 cups mixed greens or baby arugula
1 ripe Barlett pear, cored and thinly sliced
1/4 cup coarsely chopped toasted walnuts (or you can use pecans or hazelnuts)
2 tablespoons dried cherries or cranberries
1/4 cup crumbled gorgonzola or blue cheese

Steps:

  • In a small bowl or jar, combine the apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard and honey. Season with salt and pepper, and whisk or shake until the honey is dissolved. Add the olive oil and whisk or shake to combine. Season with more salt and pepper to taste. Do Ahead: The vinaigrette can be refrigerated for up to 1 week.
  • In a large bowl, combine the radicchio, fennel, greens, pear and walnuts. Season with salt and pepper. Pour in just enough dressing to coat (you might not need it all), and toss gently to coat. Sprinkle the dried cherries and gorgonzola cheese over top. Give the salad one more gentle toss, then serve!

WARM PEAR SALAD



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Sauteed pears make this salad a satisfying start to a winter meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 Bartlett pears, ripe but firm
5 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced into rings
2 Belgian endive, sliced crosswise into 1-inch pieces
1 watercress, tough stems removed
1/4 pound Stilton or Roquefort cheese, crumbled
1 1/2 teaspoons red-wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Cut pears lengthwise into quarters. Peel, core, and cut each quarter into approximately 1-inch chuncks; place in a small bowl. Add 2 teaspoons olive oil, honey, dry mustard, salt, and pepper, and toss well.
  • Place a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add pears and onions, and cook, shaking the skillet a few times, until pears are golden brown and onions are slightly wilted, about 3 minutes.
  • Transfer pears, onions, and any juices to a bowl. Add endive, watercress, cheese, remaining olive oil, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce, and toss together gently. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and serve warm.

PAN-FRIED BALSAMIC PEAR SALAD WITH PANCETTA, GORGONZOLA AND A WARM HONEY DRESSING



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Provided by Lorraine Pascale

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Two 5-ounce bags baby arugula
16 slices pancetta, about 6 ounces
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 pears, peeled, cored and quartered
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
6 ounces gorgonzola cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Distribute the arugula evenly among four serving plates.
  • Put the pancetta into a medium skillet over medium-high heat and cook until really crispy, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  • Put 2 tablespoons butter and the oil into the skillet and reduce the heat to low. When the butter has melted, place the pears in the pan and season with salt and pepper and 2 tablespoons honey. Turn up the heat to medium and cook until the pears are lightly caramelized, about 5 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon vinegar and cook for another minute. Remove the pears from the pan, reserving any juices that may be left.
  • Arrange the pears and pancetta on top of the arugula so each serving has 4 pear quarters and 4 slices pancetta.
  • Put the pan back on medium heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon butter, remaining 1 tablespoon honey, remaining 2 tablespoons vinegar, mustard, pine nuts, salt and pepper. Cook briefly until the dressing is heated through. Pour the dressing over the salads, then scatter over the gorgonzola crumbles. Serve immediately.

WARM RED CABBAGE SALAD WITH ROAST CHICKEN AND GORGONZOLA CHEESE



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Categories     Salad     Chicken     Blue Cheese     Walnut     Fall     Cabbage     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4 as a main course

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 large garlic cloves
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 cup olive oil
3 cups thinly sliced red cabbage
2 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken
1 small fennel bulb, thinly sliced
1 head radicchio, thinly sliced
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup coarsely chopped toasted walnuts
1 small carrot, peeled, cut into matchstick-size pieces
1 pear, peeled, cored, cut into 16 slices
1 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese (about 4 ounces)

Steps:

  • Finely chop garlic cloves in processor. Add 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar and 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard and blend until smooth. With machine running, gradually add olive oil and process until well blended. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper; set aside.
  • Combine cabbage, chicken, fennel, radicchio, onion, walnuts, carrot and pear slices in large bowl. Pour enough dressing over salad to coat. Toss well. Working in batches, sauté salad mixture in large skillet over medium heat until salad is warm and cabbage is slightly wilted, about 5 minutes. Divide salad among 4 plates. Sprinkle 1/4 cup cheese over each salad and serve.

PEAR SALAD WITH WARM SHALLOT DRESSING



Pear Salad with Warm Shallot Dressing image

Provided by Lucy Footlik

Categories     Salad     Quick & Easy     Blue Cheese     Pear     Walnut     Fall     Winter     Watercress     Bon Appétit     Dallas     Texas

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup vegetable oil
3 large shallots, chopped
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons canned vegetable broth
1 head butter lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
1 large bunch watercress, trimmed
2 ripe but firm pears, cored, sliced
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add shallots and sauté until translucent, about 4 minutes. Mix in lemon juice and broth. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Toss lettuce, watercress and warm dressing in large bowl. Divide greens among 6 plates. Arrange pear slices in spoke pattern on greens, dividing equally. Sprinkle with walnuts and cheese.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe pears: Use ripe but firm pears that will hold their shape when roasted. Bartlett, Anjou, and Bosc pears are all good choices.
  • Roast the pears until caramelized: Roasting the pears brings out their natural sweetness and gives them a slightly caramelized flavor. Roast them until they are tender and slightly browned.
  • Use a good quality balsamic vinegar: The balsamic vinegar is a key ingredient in the dressing, so use a good quality one. A good balsamic vinegar will have a rich, complex flavor.
  • Don't overdress the salad: A little bit of dressing goes a long way. Overdressing the salad will weigh it down and make it soggy.
  • Serve the salad immediately: This salad is best served immediately after it is made. The pears will start to lose their crispness if they sit for too long.

Conclusion:

This warm pear salad with gorgonzola is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The roasted pears are sweet and caramelized, the gorgonzola cheese is creamy and flavorful, and the walnuts add a nice crunch. The dressing is a perfect complement to the other ingredients and helps to bring the whole dish together. If you are looking for a unique and impressive salad, this is the one for you.

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