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Roasted Pear & Blue Cheese Salad Recipe
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Roasted Pear and Blue Cheese Salad

This Roasted Pear and Blue Cheese Salad is an absolute flavor sensation and is the ideal dish to serve for a lunch or a main meal accompaniment.
Course Salads
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 431kcal
Author Michelle Ordever

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.


    Roasted Pear & Blue Cheese Salad Recipe
  • 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!

    Balsamic Glaze

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 431kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 586mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 27g