Pear and Blue Cheese Fall Salad Dinner Recipe
Ready to try a salad that feels a little fancier than your usual greens? The Pear and Blue Cheese Fall Salad has arrived. It’s the perfect blend of crisp pears, bold blue cheese, and a handful of nuts for crunch. If you’ve ever thought salad couldn’t be exciting, you clearly haven’t had this one. It’s sweet, savory, and just the right amount of decadent without feeling guilty. You won’t even notice that you’re eating something “healthy” until it’s gone. Time to take that salad game up a notch—without even breaking a sweat.
Pear and Blue Cheese Fall Salad Dinner Recipe
A delightful combination of pears, blue cheese, and toasted walnuts, finished with a light vinaigrette. Sweet and savory perfection!
Ingredients
- 2 ripe pears cored and sliced
- 3 cups mixed salad greens
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup walnuts toasted
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Toast the walnuts in a small pan over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until golden.
- In a salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, pear slices, crumbled blue cheese, and toasted walnuts.
- Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 250
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Vitamin A: 20%
- Vitamin C: 15%
- Calcium: 8%
- Iron: 6%
- Potassium: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Add grilled chicken or steak for a heartier meal.
- For a vegan option, swap blue cheese with vegan feta.
- Want a twist? Add some dried cranberries for extra sweetness.
- Be careful not to over-toast the walnuts. Burned nuts? Not so tasty.
- This salad can be prepped in advance; just wait to dress it until serving.
