Description
A bold and tangy salad that pairs juicy, ripe pears with creamy blue cheese and crunchy nuts, all tossed in a zesty red wine vinaigrette. Perfect for a light lunch or an elegant starter.
Ingredients
Salad
- 4 cups arugula or mixed greens
- 2 ripe pears, sliced
- ½ cup crumbled blue cheese
- ⅓ cup walnuts or pecans
- ¼ cup red onion slices
Dressing
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the salad base: In a large salad bowl, combine 4 cups of arugula or mixed greens with 2 sliced ripe pears, ½ cup of crumbled blue cheese, ⅓ cup of walnuts or pecans, and ¼ cup of thinly sliced red onions. Gently toss to mix the ingredients evenly.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, and 1 teaspoon of honey until fully emulsified and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss and serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are coated. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a milder cheese flavor, substitute blue cheese with feta cheese.
- Toast the walnuts or pecans lightly in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes to enhance their flavor and crunch before adding them to the salad.
- Use ripe, firm pears to avoid them becoming mushy in the salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American/European
