Description
A sophisticated salad featuring sweet caramelized pears, tangy blue cheese, and crunchy walnuts over fresh greens, drizzled with a balsamic vinaigrette.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 2 ripe pears, cored and sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add pear slices and brown sugar, cooking until pears are tender and caramelized, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to create the vinaigrette.
- In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, caramelized pears, blue cheese, and toasted walnuts. Drizzle with the balsamic vinaigrette and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.