Pear Gorgonzola Salad (Printable)

Sweet pears meet tangy Gorgonzola with crisp greens and walnuts in honey-balsamic dressing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Salad

01 - 6 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix)
02 - 2 ripe pears, cored and thinly sliced
03 - 3.5 oz Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
04 - 1/2 cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
05 - 1/4 cup dried cranberries

→ Dressing

06 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
07 - 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
08 - 1 tablespoon honey
09 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
02 - In a large salad bowl, toss the mixed greens lightly with half of the prepared dressing.
03 - Arrange the pear slices, Gorgonzola crumbles, toasted walnuts, and dried cranberries over the dressed greens.
04 - Drizzle the remaining dressing over the salad just before serving and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • A beautiful balance of sweet, salty, and tangy flavors.
  • Quick and easy to assemble in just 15 minutes.
  • Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, making it a crowd-pleasing choice.
02 -
  • Whisk the dressing thoroughly in a small bowl to ensure the honey and oil are fully emulsified.
  • Use ripe but firm pears to ensure clean, beautiful slices that hold their shape.
  • Lightly toast the walnuts beforehand to maximize their crunch and nutty aroma.
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