Deborah Davis
@harobedda
Pear and Blue Cheese Salad with Maple Dressing
This delightful Pear and Blue Cheese Salad combines the sweetness of Bosc pears with the tangy flavor of blue cheese, all tossed in a creamy maple dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for dinner, this salad is a delicious way to enjoy fresh ingredients.
Details
- Cuisine:american
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:easy
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:thanksgiving
- Ingredients:12
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Total time20 min.
- Servings6
Ingredients
- 1 (10 ounce) bag
- 1
- 1/2 cup
- 1/2 cup
- 1/2 cup
- 1/2 cup
- 1/3 cup
- 1/4 cup
- 2 tablespoons
- 3/4 teaspoon
- 1/4 teaspoon
- 1/4 cup
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Pear and Blue Cheese Salad with Maple Dressing.
Step 1
Begin by gathering your mixed field greens in a spacious bowl, then introduce the sliced Bosc pear, optional red onion, chopped candied pecans, and crumbled blue cheese.
Step 2
Gently toss these delightful ingredients together, ensuring they are harmoniously combined.
Step 3
Next, in a blender, blend together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is velvety smooth.
Step 4
While the blender is running, gradually drizzle in the walnut oil, continuing to blend for about a minute until the dressing reaches a creamy consistency.
Step 5
Now, generously drizzle this luscious dressing over your salad, tossing gently to ensure every ingredient is beautifully coated.
Step 6
For the ultimate taste experience, serve the salad right away, allowing the fresh flavors to shine.
Step 7
Enjoy this vibrant dish that brings a burst of flavor to your table!.