Description
Barefoot Contessa’s Pear & Blue Cheese Salad is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that elevates any meal. This elegant salad features tender mixed greens topped with ripe pear slices, creamy blue cheese, crunchy toasted pecans, and a tangy balsamic dressing. Perfect for dinner parties or as a light lunch, this dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrition. The combination of textures and tastes ensures that each bite is refreshing and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 ripe pear, thinly sliced
- ½ cup crumbled blue cheese
- ½ cup toasted pecans
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, place the mixed salad greens as the base.
- Thinly slice the pear and arrange it over the greens evenly.
- Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese on top for richness.
- Add toasted pecans and thinly sliced red onion for added texture and flavor.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately on individual plates or from the bowl.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Choose ripe pears for optimal sweetness. Lightly toast the pecans to enhance their flavor. Experiment with different cheeses or nuts such as goat cheese or walnuts for variation.