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Pear Salad with Gorgonzola

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This Pear Salad with Gorgonzola is a fresh and elegant salad recipe featuring sweet ripe pears, creamy Gorgonzola cheese, crisp greens, crunchy candied nuts, and a homemade balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or light lunches, this flavorful pear salad is quick to prepare and beautifully balanced with sweet and savory flavors.

Ingredients

  • 5 cups mixed salad greens
  • 2 ripe pears, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
  • ½ cup candied pecans or walnuts
  • ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced
  • ⅓ cup dried cranberries

Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Optional Additions

  • Sliced apples
  • Avocado
  • Grilled chicken
  • Pomegranate seeds

Instructions

  • Wash and dry the salad greens thoroughly and place them in a large serving bowl.
  • Slice the pears thinly, removing the core and seeds.
  • Add the pears, red onion, dried cranberries, and candied nuts to the bowl.
  • Crumble the Gorgonzola cheese evenly over the salad.
  • In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth and fully combined.
  • Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving.
  • Toss gently to combine without bruising the pears or greens.
  • Serve immediately while fresh and crisp.

Notes

Bosc, Bartlett, and Anjou pears work best because they are sweet and hold their shape well.Toss pears with a little lemon juice if preparing ahead to prevent browning.Blue cheese, feta, or goat cheese can be substituted for Gorgonzola.Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or turkey to turn this salad into a complete meal.For extra freshness and color, top with pomegranate seeds or sliced apples.

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