BLUE CHEESE PEAR SALAD

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Rebecca Baird of Salt Lake City, Utah shares the recipe for this refreshing salad. The combination of greens, pears, raspberries, nuts and blue cheese topped with a zest mustard dressing is just delightful!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 cups mixed salad greens
1 cup unpeeled fresh pear slices
1 cup fresh raspberries, optional
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon sugar
Pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the greens, pears, raspberries if desired, blue cheese and nuts. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the remaining ingredients; shake well. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 105mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Sahmya Robertson
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover blue cheese. I always have some on hand and this is a great way to use it up.


MD Dalowar
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I've never been a fan of pears in salads, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of flavors and textures is amazing.


Salman Vai
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This is my new favorite salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family.


Shaunta Washington
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect. It's easy to transport and it held up well in the heat.


Andre Curry
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This salad is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it. The ingredients are all high quality and the flavor is amazing.


Ramraj Boodhun
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I'm not a huge fan of blue cheese, but I really enjoyed this salad. The pears and walnuts helped to balance out the flavor.


Maxinaud Dieudonne
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was delicious. It's a great way to get a healthy and filling meal.


Mokbul Dada
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's perfect for a summer lunch or dinner.


Samke Ntuli
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I was a bit skeptical about the combination of blue cheese and pears, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors worked really well together.


Md. Shofiqul Islam
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a favorite. It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing.


Hector Rodriguez
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I made this salad for a party and it was a big success. Everyone loved it!


NABEEL D9
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This salad was a hit! The combination of blue cheese, pears, and walnuts was perfect. I also loved the dressing.