Heart-Healthy Blue Cheese and Walnut Salad
Indulge in a flavorful and nourishing twist on a classic with this Heart-Healthy Blue Cheese and Walnut Salad. Bursting with vibrant colors and textures, this fresh salad combines crisp mixed baby greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, and sweet, thinly sliced pear for a refreshing base. Creamy crumbled blue cheese and aromatic toasted walnuts add a rich, satisfying depth, while a drizzle of balsamic vinaigrette and olive oil ties it all together with a luscious tang. Enhanced with a touch of black pepper and salt for balance, this quick and easy salad, ready in just 15 minutes, is perfect as a nutritious starter or a light main course. Packed with heart-smart ingredients and bold flavors, it’s a delicious way to elevate any meal while staying health-conscious.
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Ingredients
- 5 cups Mixed baby greens
- 0.5 cup Blue cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 cup Raw walnuts
- 1 large Fresh pear, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup Balsamic vinaigrette
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Begin by preparing your ingredients. Rinse the mixed baby greens thoroughly under cold water and dry them using a salad spinner or clean kitchen towel to remove excess moisture.
Step 2
In a large salad bowl, combine the baby greens, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
Step 3
In a small skillet over medium heat, lightly toast the walnuts for about 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently until they are aromatic and slightly golden. Remove from heat and let cool.
Step 4
Add the cooled walnuts, sliced pear, and crumbled blue cheese to the salad bowl.
Step 5
Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette and olive oil over the salad ingredients.
Step 6
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step 7
Gently toss the salad to combine the ingredients evenly while ensuring the dressing is well distributed.
Step 8
Serve immediately as a fresh starter or a light main course, and enjoy your heart-healthy salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (947.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1302.4 |
| Total Fat 100.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 29.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.3g | |
| Cholesterol 89.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2888.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 76.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 37.1g | |
| Protein 44.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 25.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 950.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2259.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories