Pear, Walnut, And Gorgonzola Salad
Indulge in the contrast of flavors and textures with this delightful salad recipe. Caramelized walnuts add a sweet crunch, complementing the juicy slices of ripe pear and the creamy Gorgonzola cheese. Topped with a simple olive oil and balsamic dressing, every bite is a harmonious blend of savory, sweet, and tangy notes. It's a refreshing and elegant dish that's perfect for any occasion.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoon sucanat
- ½ cup walnut pieces
- 1 medium ripe pear
- ⅓ cup Gorgonzola cheese
- none Lettuce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- none salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium skillet, melt butter and whisk in sugar over medium low heat. Add walnuts and let cook. Stir often, until sugar has caramelized on the walnuts, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Slice pear, 1/8 to 1/4 inch thick. Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper. Toss dressing with lettuce.
- To assemble salad, place lettuce in a bowl and top with walnuts, pears, and Gorgonzola cheese.
Cook Time
20M
Prep Time
PT5M
Yield
2
Nutrition
- Calories: 194 calories
- Sugar Content: 3.8
- Sodium Content: 135
- Fat Content: 15.3
- Carbohydrate Content: 12.3
- Protein Content: 3.8
- Cholesterol Content: 16.1
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