Field Salad with Pears and Blue Cheese
Elevate your salad game with this elegant Field Salad with Pears and Blue Cheese, a perfect balance of flavors and textures that’s both simple and sophisticated. Crisp mixed field greens provide a vibrant base, while juicy ripe pears bring sweet, refreshing notes. The rich creaminess of crumbled blue cheese pairs beautifully with the satisfying crunch of candied pecans, all tied together by a luscious homemade balsamic vinaigrette made with olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard. Ready in just 15 minutes and featuring wholesome ingredients, this salad is ideal as a show-stopping appetizer, a light lunch, or a side dish for dinner parties. Fresh, flavorful, and easy to prepare, this recipe celebrates seasonal ingredients and will have everyone reaching for seconds!
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Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed field greens
- 2 medium ripe pears
- 3 oz blue cheese
- 1 cup candied pecans
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1.5 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the mixed field greens thoroughly. Set them aside in a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Slice the pears into thin wedges, removing the core and seeds. Add the sliced pears to the salad bowl.
Step 3
Crumble the blue cheese into small chunks and scatter it over the greens and pears.
Step 4
Sprinkle the candied pecans over the top of the salad for a crunch factor.
Step 5
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is well emulsified.
Step 6
Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
Step 7
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (938.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1461.3 |
| Total Fat 92.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 21.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 63.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1814.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 135.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 28.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 89.5g | |
| Protein 39.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 17.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 814.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2362.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories