Candied Walnut Pear and Gorgonzola Salad
Elevate your salad game with this exquisite Candied Walnut Pear and Gorgonzola Salad, a perfect harmony of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Featuring crisp mixed greens, juicy thinly sliced pears, and the distinctive creaminess of crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, this salad is beautifully complemented by the crunch of freshly candied walnuts and the subtle tartness of dried cranberries. A silky homemade dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard ties it all together, offering a gourmet touch that's easy to achieve in just 20 minutes. Ideal as a sophisticated starter or a light main course, this salad strikes the perfect balance between elegance and ease, making it a standout dish for any occasion.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup walnuts
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 8 cups mixed salad greens
- 2 pear(s), sliced thinly
- 0.5 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a small nonstick skillet, toast the walnuts over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Add the granulated sugar and stir constantly until the sugar melts and coats the walnuts. Transfer the candied walnuts to a sheet of parchment paper and let them cool completely.
Step 2
Wash and dry the salad greens, then place them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 3
Core and thinly slice the pears. Add the pear slices, cooled candied walnuts, crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, and dried cranberries to the salad greens.
Step 4
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
Step 5
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Step 6
Serve immediately and enjoy your Candied Walnut Pear and Gorgonzola Salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (891.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2148.1 |
| Total Fat 152.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 25.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 56.9g | |
| Cholesterol 50mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1616.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 182.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 146.8g | |
| Protein 35.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 12IU | 0% |
| Calcium 567.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1719.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories