HONEY-ROASTED PEAR SALAD WITH THYME VERJUS DRESSING

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Categories     Salad     Cheese     Fruit     Leafy Green     Appetizer     Roast     Blue Cheese     Pear     Fall     Honey     Thyme     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Dressing:
1/3 cup verjus or 3 tablespoons white grape juice and 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1/3 cup grapeseed oil
1 large shallot, finely chopped
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
Pears and salad:
3 bunches fresh thyme sprigs
4 ripe but firm Bartlett pears (about 2 1/2 pounds), halved, cored
1/4 cup honey
1 head of butter lettuce, coarsely torn
4 ounces baby arugula
6 ounces blue cheese, sliced or coarsely crumbled
1/2 cup hazelnuts, toasted, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • For dressing:
  • Whisk all ingredients in small bowl to blend. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • For pears and salad:
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Scatter thyme sprigs on rimmed baking sheet. Place pear halves, cut side down, on work surface. Starting 1/2 inch from stem and leaving pear half intact, cut each lengthwise into scant 1/3- to 1/2-inch-wide slices. Press pear gently to fan slices; place atop thyme sprigs. Drizzle pears with honey; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake until pears are tender, about 15 minutes. Let stand on baking sheet at least 30 minutes and up to 3 hours.
  • Combine lettuce and arugula in large bowl. Add dressing and toss to coat. Divide salad among plates. Place pear alongside greens. Garnish salads with cheese; sprinkle with nuts.

North DC
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Overall, I thought this salad was very good. I would definitely make it again.


bhaiya geee
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I found the dressing to be a bit too tart for my taste. I added a little bit of honey to balance out the flavors.


Kishor Kumer
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This salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and impressive salad that's sure to impress your guests.


aya idrissi
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I love the presentation of this salad. It's so colorful and inviting. I'm always happy to serve this salad to my guests.


Lns Funeral Services
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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 fiber and protein. I feel good about eating this salad.


Diana Watts
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I'm not a huge fan of pears, but I loved this salad! The pears were roasted to perfection, and the dressing was amazing. I'll definitely be making this salad again.


Comfort Phiri
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover pears. I had some pears that were starting to get a little soft, and this salad was the perfect way to use them up. The salad was delicious, and I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Sharon Putnam
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's so delicious! I love the way the honey and thyme flavors blend together. I also like that I can use whatever greens I have on hand.


Jitendra YadaV Jitendra
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it! It's the perfect salad to serve for a special occasion, or just for a weeknight dinner.


Idalia Duarte
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The sweetness of the pears, the tanginess of the dressing, and the crunch of the walnuts all come together perfectly. I also appreciate that the salad is relatively light, so I can enjoy it without fee


Faze Civic
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This honey roasted pear salad is an absolute delight! The pears are perfectly roasted and caramelized, and the thyme-verjus dressing is a wonderful complement. The salad is also very easy to make, which is a major plus in my book.