Baby Greens With Pears Gorgonzola And Pecans Recipe

A delightful salad featuring tender baby greens, sweet ripe pears, creamy Gorgonzola cheese, and crunchy toasted pecans. The honey mustard dressing perfectly complements the mix of textures and flavors. This elegant yet easy-to-make salad is the perfect side dish for pork or chicken, or a light and satisfying lunch on its own! #saladrecipe #pearsalad #gorgonzola #pecans #honeymustard #easyrecipe #dinnerside #lunchrecipe

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 321.4 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (11 Reviews)
Baby Greens With Pears Gorgonzola And Pecans

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Ingredients for Baby Greens With Pears Gorgonzola And Pecans

  • Mixed Baby Greens
  • Pear
  • 1/4 cup pecan halves
  • 2 ounces Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
  • Balsamic Vinegar
  • Rice Vinegar
  • Honey
  • Dijon Mustard
  • Walnut Oil
  • Salt
  • Pepper

How to Make Baby Greens With Pears Gorgonzola And Pecans

  1. In a small bowl or jar with a tight-fitting lid, whisk together 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  2. Toast 1/4 cup pecan halves in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly browned. Set aside to cool.
  3. Wash and thoroughly dry 5 ounces of baby greens.
  4. Thinly slice 1 ripe pear and set aside.
  5. Arrange the baby greens on chilled plates.
  6. Top with pear slices, 2 ounces crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, and toasted pecans.
  7. Drizzle with honey mustard dressing to taste.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

98g

Fat

23g

Carbs

10g