BARTLETT PEAR AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD
Sweet pears and rich blue cheese turn a bed of greens into an elegant side. Topped with tangy vinaigrette, this tantalizing salad from Cindy Dyrnes of Deptford, New Jersey will win rave reviews from all!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place pears, cut side down, in an 11x7-in. baking dish. Brush with 2 teaspoons lemon juice. Add water and remaining lemon juice to pan. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15-20 minutes or just until pears are tender. Drain and cool to room temperature. , In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. In another bowl, combine the blue cheese, walnuts and onions., Just before serving, divide lettuce among six plates; drizzle with dressing. Top each with a pear half and 2 tablespoons blue cheese mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 261mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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Junaid Yousuf
[email protected]This salad is a winner!
Sadeeq Kharoti
[email protected]This salad is a great way to add some variety to your lunch or dinner routine.
Hamza Aladwan
[email protected]I love the way the flavors in this salad come together. The pears, blue cheese, and walnuts are a perfect combination.
Sherman Briggs
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I always get compliments on it when I bring it to potlucks.
Robel Hossain
[email protected]I've never had a salad like this before. It's so unique and delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.
Md Manna mia
[email protected]This salad is the perfect balance of sweet and savory. The pears and blue cheese are a classic combination, and the walnuts add a nice crunch.
Jonathen Snelling
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pears, but I really enjoyed this salad. The sweetness of the pears paired perfectly with the tangy blue cheese.
Lyceum Ratau
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or steak. I also like to add some crumbled bacon for extra flavor.
Olayemi Omolayo
[email protected]I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect salad for any occasion.
Bhanu Ghimire
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.
Hanane Kamal
[email protected]I made this salad for my family and they all loved it. Even my kids, who are picky eaters, ate it all up.
mpho mohaswa
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.
Aayush Kunwar
[email protected]I love the colors in this salad. The green of the pears, the blue of the cheese, and the brown of the walnuts make for a really beautiful dish.
Trisha Claire
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and light. It's the perfect salad for a summer lunch or dinner.
Laeticia Sekool
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of blue cheese, but I really enjoyed this salad. The pears and walnuts helped to balance out the strong flavor of the cheese.
Alma Rodgers
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover pears. I had some pears that were starting to get a little soft, and this salad was the perfect way to use them up.
Xolani Mantshule
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this salad. It's so easy to make, but it's also really delicious. The pears and blue cheese are a great combination.
Francis Kwame
[email protected]This salad was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of sweet pears, tangy blue cheese, and crunchy walnuts was perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.