Carmel Caramelized Pear And Blue Cheese Salad
This Carmel Caramelized Pear and Blue Cheese Salad is a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The caramelized pears paired with the tangy blue cheese create a perfect harmony of flavors, making this salad a standout dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe pears, sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the sliced pears and brown sugar to the skillet.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pears are caramelized.
- Remove the pears from the skillet and let them cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, crumbled blue cheese, and chopped walnuts.
- Add the caramelized pears to the salad.
- Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve the salad immediately and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 8g
- Fat
- 12g
- Fiber
- 6g
Supplies
Skillet Large bowl
Tools
Knife Cutting board Serving spoon
Serving suggestions
Serve the Carmel Caramelized Pear and Blue Cheese Salad as a refreshing starter for a dinner party or as a light lunch option. It pairs well with a crisp white wine or a fruity iced tea.
Tips & tricks
For an extra crunch, you can toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes before adding them to the salad.
Cost
$12