Best 6 Cheddar Pear And Walnut Salad With Pear Vinaigrette Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable Cheddar, Pear, and Walnut Salad with Pear Vinaigrette. This tantalizing dish combines the sweet crunch of pears, the nutty richness of walnuts, and the sharp tang of cheddar cheese, all tossed in a luscious pear vinaigrette.

Our recipe collection offers a delightful array of variations to suit every palate. Experiment with the classic Waldorf Salad, featuring crisp apples, crunchy walnuts, and creamy mayonnaise. For a lighter twist, try our Arugula Salad with Roasted Pears and Goat Cheese, where peppery arugula meets sweet pears and tangy goat cheese. If you're craving something warm and comforting, our Warm Pear, Bacon, and Blue Cheese Salad hits the spot with its smoky bacon, sweet pears, and creamy blue cheese dressing.

For a unique and festive touch, try our Pear and Goat Cheese Crostini, where creamy goat cheese and sweet pears are elegantly perched on crispy crostini. And for a sweet treat, our Pear and Almond Tart combines the delicate flavors of pears and almonds in a flaky, buttery crust.

No matter your taste, our collection of pear-inspired recipes is sure to satisfy. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

PEAR SALAD WITH BALSAMIC AND WALNUTS



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This pear salad recipe is a stunning fall side dish! Simple, elegant, and delicious, it'd be a great addition to a Thanksgiving or holiday dinner.

Provided by Jeanine Donofrio

Categories     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups mixed salad greens
2 ripe pears (sliced)
1 fennel bulb (sliced paper thin*)
Lemon wedge
2 tablespoons dried cranberries
1 tablespoon chopped pecans
1 tablespoon chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon chopped hazelnuts (or more pecans or walnuts)
⅓ cup shaved pecorino
Balsamic Vinaigrette (for drizzling)
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Assemble the salad with the mixed greens and top with the pears and fennel. Squeeze a little lemon over the pears and fennel and toss.
  • Top with the cranberries, pecans, walnuts, hazelnuts, and pecorino. Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

FRISEE SALAD WITH SPICED WALNUTS, PEARS, FARMHOUSE CHEDDAR, AND PORT VINAIGRETTE



Frisee Salad with Spiced Walnuts, Pears, Farmhouse Cheddar, and Port Vinaigrette image

Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 31m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 cup port wine
1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 shallot, finely minced
Sea salt, preferably gray salt, and freshly ground black pepper
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
8 cups loosely packed young frisee (curly endive), torn into bite-size pieces, or mesclun
1 1/2 cups ribbon-cut radicchio, soaked, drained, and dried
1 crisp red pear, halved, cored, and very thinly sliced crosswise
2-ounce chunk farmhouse Cheddar
1/2 cup coarsely broken Spiced Candied Walnuts, recipe follows
Peanut or canola oil
Water
4 cups walnut halves
1 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Dressing: Simmer the port in a small saucepan until reduced to 2 tablespoons. Let cool, then whisk in the vinegar, shallot, and salt and pepper, to taste. Gradually whisk in the olive oil.
  • Salad: In a large bowl, toss the frisee or mesclun, radicchio, and pear. Divide the salad among 4 plates. Drizzle with the dressing; you probably won't use it all. With a vegetable peeler, shave the cheese over top. Scatter the walnuts on top and serve immediately.
  • In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet, heat about 1-inch of oil to 350 degrees F.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add walnuts and blanch for 30 seconds. Drain and transfer nuts to a medium bowl. While nuts are still hot and slightly wet, add confectioners' sugar and toss to coat nuts. Stir and toss until all the sugar has melted into the nuts; if bits of un-melted sugar remain on the nuts, they will not fry properly.
  • Stir the nuts again before frying. Using a large slotted spoon, transfer a few nuts to the hot oil, allowing the foam to subside before adding another spoonful. (Otherwise, the oil could foam over and burn you.) Fry in small batches until the nuts are medium brown, about 45 seconds; be careful not to overcook. Scatter on an unlined baking sheet to cool slightly.
  • In a small bowl, stir together cayenne, cinnamon, a pinch of salt, and pepper, to taste.
  • While the nuts are still warm, transfer them to a bowl and sprinkle evenly with about half of the spice mix. Toss well to distribute the spices and then taste a nut. Add more spice mix, to taste, and toss well after each addition. When cool, pack in an airtight jar. They will keep at room temperature for at least 2 weeks.

CHEDDAR, PEAR AND WALNUT SALAD WITH PEAR VINAIGRETTE



CHEDDAR, PEAR AND WALNUT SALAD WITH PEAR VINAIGRETTE image

Categories     Salad     Vegetable

Yield 6 people

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup coarsely chopped toasted walnuts
2 firm but ripe bartlett pears, peeled,cored and cliced
6 handfuls boston or bibb lettuce - torn into bite sized pieces
1 1/2 cups crmbled extra sharp cheddar
Pear vinaigrette:
1 firm but ripe bartlett pear, peeled, cored and quartered
1 tablespoon walnut oil
3 talbespoon olive oil
4 teaspoons sherry vinegar
1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Vinaigrett: puree pear, oils, vinegars, salt and pepper Toss walnuts, pears, and lettuce in a large bowl with dressing. Divide among 6 plates and garnish with crumbled cheese

PEAR & WALNUT SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Pear & Walnut Salad With Balsamic Vinaigrette image

I came up with this salad recipe for Father's Day, and it was a huge hit. I strongly recommend recipe #154351 and recipe #323254 in this!! (I used both walnuts and pecans when making the candied nuts.) It's really pretty if you can get yellow pear tomatoes and use a red pepper, or vise versa.

Provided by Katzen

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 red peppers or 1 yellow pepper, sliced
1 pear, sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup walnuts
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
6 cups spring greens
1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette
pepper, freshly ground

Steps:

  • Assemble salad.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.4, Fat 16.2, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 26.8, Sodium 339.9, Carbohydrate 15.4, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 9.5, Protein 7.3

RASPBERRY PEAR SALAD WITH GLAZED WALNUTS



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The sweet and tart tastes of this spectacular salad both surprise and please the palate. A raspberry vinaigrette ties everything together. -Diana Neves, Lafayette, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons honey
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup walnut halves
2 packages (5 ounces each) spring mix salad greens
3 medium pears, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup fresh raspberries
2 ounces Cambozola cheese, cubed
VINAIGRETTE:
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons raspberry vinaigrette
1 shallot, minced
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small heavy skillet over low heat, stir honey and sugar until sugar is melted; add walnuts. Transfer to a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until nuts are toasted. Spread on foil to cool., In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, pears, raspberries, cheese and walnuts. In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 140mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PEAR VINAIGRETTE



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This is a light and lovely salad dressing that lends itself well to a simple and elegant salad. I love to use it on a salad of butter lettuce, arugula, goat cheese, and caramelized pecans - simply delicious!

Provided by Jill Tall

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ripe pear - peeled, cored, and chopped
½ cup white wine
1 clove garlic, chopped
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
¼ cup white balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon sea salt
½ cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Blend the pear, white wine, garlic, Dijon mustard, white balsamic vinegar, black pepper, and sea salt in a blender until well combined; drizzle the olive oil into the mixture in a thin, steady stream while continuing to blend. Blend a few seconds longer until the salad dressing is thick and creamy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.1 calories, Carbohydrate 3.6 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 59.7 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe pears: Use ripe pears for the salad as they are sweeter and have a better flavor. Look for pears that are slightly soft to the touch and have a fragrant smell.
  • Use a sharp knife to slice the pears: This will help to prevent the pears from bruising and will also make it easier to get thin, even slices.
  • Toast the walnuts: Toasting the walnuts will enhance their flavor and make them more crunchy. You can toast them in a pan over medium heat or in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.
  • Make the pear vinaigrette ahead of time: The pear vinaigrette can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. This will save you time when you're ready to assemble the salad.
  • Assemble the salad just before serving: The salad is best when it is served fresh. If you assemble it too far in advance, the pears will start to brown and the walnuts will soften.

Conclusion:

This cheddar pear and walnut salad with pear vinaigrette is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet pears, sharp cheddar cheese, crunchy walnuts, and creamy vinaigrette dressing is sure to please everyone at your table. Plus, it's a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad recipe, give this one a try!

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