Caramelized Pear and Blue Cheese Salad: A Sweet and Savory Delight
Indulge in the delightful harmony of flavors with our Caramelized Pear and Blue Cheese Salad: A Sweet and Savory Delight. This elegant dish features juicy caramelized pears paired with tangy blue cheese, all nestled on a bed of fresh mixed greens. Perfect for busy weeknights or upscale family gatherings, this salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a quick and nutritious option that can be prepared in just 15 minutes. Elevate any meal with this comforting yet sophisticated salad that promises to impress your guests while keeping you stress-free in the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe pears, sliced
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp honey
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and stir in the honey. Add pear slices and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In a large bowl, toss together mixed greens.
- Assemble the salad by layering mixed greens, crumbled blue cheese, toasted walnuts, and warm caramelized pears.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the top and season with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 245mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg