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Pear Salad

Delicious Pear Salad: A Fall Flavor Adventure Awaiting You

Enjoy a fresh and vibrant Pear Salad that captures the essence of fall with juicy pears, creamy gorgonzola, and crispy walnuts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Lettuce Greens Substitute with romaine, spinach, kale, or arugula if desired.
  • 2 Pears Any variety like Bartlett or Anjou.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Enhances flavor and prevents browning.
  • 1 cup Walnuts Can substitute with candied walnuts or your favorite nuts.
  • 1/4 cup Pomegranate Arils/Seeds Can swap for dried cranberries, cherries, or raisins.
  • 2 tablespoons Pumpkin Seeds Try sunflower seeds or sliced almonds as alternatives.
  • 1 Shallot Can be replaced with red onion or green onions.
  • 1/2 cup Blue Cheese Consider substitutions like feta, goat cheese, or grated parmesan.
For the Dressing
  • 1/3 cup Olive Oil Forms the base for the vinaigrette.
  • 2 tablespoons Vinegar Use balsamic or apple cider vinegar for variations.
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon Mustard Feel free to use whole grain mustard.
  • 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup Honey can be a great substitute.
  • 1 clove Minced Garlic Optional for a milder dressing.
  • Salt & Pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Salad Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, and minced garlic. Whisk together until well blended and creamy, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Set the dressing aside.
  2. In a large salad bowl, start with a generous base of your favorite lettuce greens. Aim for about 4 cups for a lovely, filling salad. Toss gently to ensure they’re well mixed.
  3. Slice 2 ripe pears into thin wedges and toss them with lemon juice to prevent browning. Arrange over the mixed greens.
  4. Sprinkle in candied walnuts and pomegranate arils over the salad, followed by 2 tablespoons of pumpkin seeds.
  5. Finely chop a shallot and sprinkle it over the salad. Then, crumble approximately 1/2 cup of blue cheese over the top.
  6. Drizzle your prepared dressing over the salad, tossing gently to ensure every bite has a balance of greens, pears, nuts, and cheese. Serve immediately!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Always use fresh pears for the best flavor and texture. Squeeze lemon juice on sliced pears immediately after cutting to prevent browning. Assemble just before serving for the best texture and flavor.

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