Description
An elegant and refreshing French salad combining the crispness of fresh pears, the bold, tangy flavor of Roquefort cheese, crunchy toasted walnuts, and delicate shallots, all brought together with a classic sherry vinaigrette. Perfect as a light starter or side dish that balances sweet, savory, and nutty flavors.
Ingredients
Salad
- 4 cups butter lettuce or spring mix
- 2 pears, sliced
- ½ cup crumbled Roquefort cheese
- ⅓ cup toasted walnuts
- ¼ cup thinly sliced shallots
Dressing
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1½ tbsp sherry vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the base: Arrange the butter lettuce or spring mix evenly on a large serving platter to create the fresh bed for the salad.
- Add toppings: Layer the sliced pears, crumbled Roquefort cheese, toasted walnuts, and thinly sliced shallots evenly over the lettuce for balanced distribution of flavors and textures.
- Mix the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, sherry vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and season with salt and pepper to taste until the vinaigrette is well emulsified.
- Dress the salad: Just before serving, drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad to keep the greens crisp and flavors vibrant.
Notes
- Best served chilled for optimal freshness and flavor contrast.
- For a gourmet twist, add prosciutto slices for extra savory depth and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: French
