Low Sodium Gorgonzola and Pear Salad
Elevate your salad game with this Low Sodium Gorgonzola and Pear Salad—a fresh, flavorful dish that pairs delicate sweetness with savory richness. Crisp mixed salad greens serve as the perfect base for succulent slices of fresh pear, creamy crumbles of reduced-sodium Gorgonzola cheese, and toasted walnuts for a delightful crunch. The homemade dressing, featuring extra-virgin olive oil, tangy balsamic vinegar, a hint of lemon juice, and a touch of honey, ties everything together with a perfectly balanced flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this healthy, heart-friendly salad makes an ideal starter or light meal option. Perfect for anyone looking to enjoy gourmet flavors with less sodium!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens
- 0.5 cup Gorgonzola cheese
- 2 medium Fresh pear, sliced
- 0.5 cup Walnuts, toasted and chopped
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the salad greens thoroughly and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Crumble the Gorgonzola cheese over the salad greens.
Step 3
Core and slice the pears thinly and add them to the bowl with the greens and Gorgonzola.
Step 4
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant and golden brown, about 3-5 minutes. Allow to cool slightly before adding to the salad.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, honey, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 6
Drizzle the dressing over the salad, then gently toss all ingredients together until well combined.
Step 7
Divide the salad evenly among serving plates and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (695.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1241.5 |
| Total Fat 99.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 20.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 54.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 896.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 77.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 46.9g | |
| Protein 27.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 463.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1111.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories