Roasted Pear and Blue Cheese Salad With Balsamic Glaze
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This Roasted Pear and Blue Cheese Salad is an absolute flavor sensation and is the ideal dish to serve for lunch or as a main meal accompaniment.
The delightful flavors of pears and blue cheese marry together perfectly.
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Roasted Pear and Blue Cheese Salad
The full ingredients list and instructions are found in the printable recipe card at the end of this post. I highly recommend reading the blog post all the way through so that you don’t miss any tips or substitution suggestions, to ensure that you have all the ingredients and equipment required and understand the steps and timings involved.
Fall has officially arrived, and with it comes a bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables.
This roasted pear and blue cheese salad is the perfect way to take advantage of the season’s offerings, with peppery arugula, sweet roasted pears, creamy blue cheese, and a rich balsamic glaze.
It’s the perfect easy weeknight dinner or elegant side dish for any special occasion. Enjoy!
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Ingredients & Equipment Used In This Recipe
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- Fresh Produce – Pears, Arugula (Rocket)
- Dairy – Blue Cheese
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil – use a good quality olive oil suitable for dressing salads.
- Balsamic Vinegar
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More Recipes Using Pears
One of the hero ingredients in this dish is pears, so here are some more recipes using the same:
- Brie and Pear Puff Pastry Tart – A Sweet and Savory Dish!
- Stuffed Roasted Pears Appetizer with Bacon, Blue Cheese & Walnuts
- Poached Pears with Honey Mascarpone Cream in 30 Minutes!
More Salad Recipes
Looking for more salads to make? Check these recipes out next:
- Roasted Vegetable & Orzo Salad
- Asian Cabbage Salad with Warm Spicy Peanut Dressing
- Iceberg Lettuce Wedge Salad with Bacon & Blue Cheese Dressing
How Do I Make Roasted Pear and Blue Cheese Salad?
Check out the printable recipe card below with full ingredients and instructions. Any demonstration photos do not print out to save your ink.
Roasted Pear and Blue Cheese Salad
Ingredients
- 3 large firm pears cored and cut into wedges
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil divided
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 6 cup fresh arugula rocket, washed and dried
- 6 oz/170g blue cheese crumbled
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F/190°C/Gas 5. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a nonstick baking mat.
- Arrange the pear slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet without overcrowding. Lightly brush the pears with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season with salt and black pepper, as desired.
- Place the baking sheet into the center of the preheated oven and roast for approximately 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and turn each pear over.
- Return the baking sheet to the oven and continue roasting for 10-15 minutes until the pears are evenly browned and fork-tender. Remove pears from the oven and cool slightly. Set aside.
- While pears are roasting, add balsamic vinegar to a small saucepan set over medium heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and stir frequently until the liquid is reduced to 1/3 of its original volume. The liquid will be thick and syrupy when it is ready. Remove from heat and keep warm until ready to serve.
- Add arugula, roasted pear slices, and blue cheese to a large salad bowl. Add the remaining olive oil and toss to combine.
- Drizzle the warm balsamic glaze on top and serve immediately. Enjoy!
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Nutrition
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Make It A Special Dinner!
You’ve made the salad, but what about the rest of the courses?
Here are additional recipes to create a menu for a dinner party or special meal:
- Appetizer: Classic Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze – An Easy Party Appetizer
- Soup: Hearty Minestrone Soup with Arugula
- Main Dish: Garlic-Herb Roasted Whole Chicken
- Side Dish: Creamy Instant Pot Rosemary Garlic Mashed Potatoes Recipe
- Beverage: Apple Cider Dark and Stormy Cocktail
- Dessert: Rich, Creamy & Comforting Instant Pot Rice Pudding Recipe
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