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Pear and Blue Cheese Fall Salad Dinner Recipe

Emily Carter
A delightful combination of pears, blue cheese, and toasted walnuts, finished with a light vinaigrette. Sweet and savory perfection!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

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
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
  • Vitamin A: 20%
  • Vitamin C: 15%
  • Calcium: 8%
  • Iron: 6%
  • Potassium: 5%

Additional Notes/Tips

  1. Add grilled chicken or steak for a heartier meal.
  2. For a vegan option, swap blue cheese with vegan feta.
  3. Want a twist? Add some dried cranberries for extra sweetness.
  4. Be careful not to over-toast the walnuts. Burned nuts? Not so tasty.
  5. This salad can be prepped in advance; just wait to dress it until serving.