ROQUEFORT PEAR SALAD

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Guests at a barbecue we hosted one summer brought this cool, refreshing salad. Now it's a mainstay at many of our gatherings year-round. The mingling of zesty tastes and textures instantly wakes up the taste buds. -Sherry Duval, Baltimore, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

10 cups torn salad greens
3 large ripe pears, sliced
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
4 ounces crumbled Roquefort blue cheese
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE:
1/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, pears, onions, cheese and almonds. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the vinaigrette ingredients; shake well. Pour over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 303mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

agrim muskan
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This is my new favorite salad recipe. It's so delicious and easy to make.


Janie Torres
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I'm not a huge fan of Roquefort cheese, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is amazing.


Mature Lover
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect summer salad.


Queen Odia
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I made this salad for a dinner party, and everyone raved about it. It's definitely a keeper!


Mason8
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover Roquefort cheese.


Afriyie Khalifa
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I love that this salad is so versatile. I've used different types of cheese and fruit, and it's always delicious.


night - cute
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Marie Smith
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I was skeptical about the combination of Roquefort cheese and pears, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors really work well together.


Casho Ahmed
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This is one of my go-to recipes for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also perfect for potlucks and picnics.


anaya
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it!


Ritu Sithi
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This salad was a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The creamy Roquefort cheese paired perfectly with the sweet pears and crunchy walnuts. The dressing was light and tangy, and it brought all of the flavors together perfectly.