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Pear and Gorgonzola Salad

Pear and Gorgonzola Salad: A Fresh Twist on Classic Flavors

Experience the delightful Pear and Gorgonzola Salad, a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 4 cups arugula peppery
  • 2 pieces Conference pears sliced
  • 1 piece ripe avocado diced
  • ¼ cup red onions thinly sliced
For the Salad Toppings
  • ½ cup Gorgonzola cheese crumbled
  • 1 cup walnuts candied or toasted
For the Vinaigrette Dressing
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper for the vinaigrette.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine arugula, sliced pears, diced avocado, and red onions.
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread walnuts on a baking sheet and drizzle with sugar. Bake for 8-10 minutes, stirring halfway.
  4. Crumble Gorgonzola cheese over the salad mixture. Gently toss to combine.
  5. Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad, tossing gently. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with extra walnuts and cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 7gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use the freshest ingredients for the best flavor, and store leftover components separately to maintain freshness.

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