GREENS WITH PEARS AND BLUE CHEESE

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Fresh greens, pear slices, crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, crunchy walnts and a creamy citrus dressing make this healthy salad from Leanne Mocker a refreshing delight! "I first concocted it three years ago," she writes from Fall River, Massachusetts, "and it really was an instant sensation. My family loved it as much as I did."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon cider vinegar
4-1/2 teaspoons fat-free mayonnaise
1 tablespoon honey
2-1/4 teaspoons lemon juice
2-1/4 teaspoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
12 cups spring mix salad greens
3 medium pears, thinly sliced
1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/3 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • For dressing, in a small bowl, whisk the first eight ingredients. On each salad plate, arrange 2 cups of greens, half of a pear and about 1 tablespoon each of blue cheese and walnuts. Drizzle each with 2 tablespoons dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 261mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Alamin Hossen
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's easy to make and it's always delicious.


Ramseyoladele Oladele rm
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This recipe is a great way to impress your friends and family. It's sure to be a hit.


Mehran Joiya
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I'm definitely going to make this salad for my next dinner party.


Cricket is life P.S
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This dish is a must-try for any fan of pears and blue cheese.


Robert Bowie
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks absolutely delicious.


Lebza Mogale
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite in my household.


Rukhsar Khan
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This dish is perfect for a healthy and delicious meal.


Sahal Siciid
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and healthy fats.


Paulette Celley
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can use any type of greens you like and any type of pear. I've even used apples instead of pears and it was still delicious.


GP Cantrell
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover pears.


King Umrani
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit. It's one of my go-to recipes for dinner parties.


Nusrat Jane
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge success. It's easy to transport and everyone loved the taste.


Prema
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This dish is perfect for a light and refreshing lunch.


Abraham Lincoln
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I'm not usually a fan of pears in savory dishes, but this recipe changed my mind. The pears added a wonderful sweetness and texture to the salad. I also loved the addition of blue cheese. It gave the dish a nice tangy flavor. I will definitely be mak


Jana Waleed
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This salad was a hit at my dinner party. Everyone raved about the unique flavor combination. I highly recommend it.


Eryka Simmons
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Delicious! I loved the contrast between the sweet pears and the salty blue cheese.


Jamuwais
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This dish was an absolute delight! The combination of sweet pears, tangy blue cheese, and slightly bitter greens was simply divine. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The pears were tender and juicy, the blue cheese added a cr