Savory Roasted Pear Blue Cheese Arugula Salad
A delightful fusion of flavors featuring roasted pears, blue cheese, and arugula, perfect for any occasion.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking Sheet
- Mixing Bowl
- Skillet
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups Arugula Fresh and washed.
- 2 pieces Ripe Pears Bosc or Anjou, sliced into wedges.
- 0.5 cup Blue Cheese Crumble for topping.
- 0.5 cup Walnuts Chopped and toasted.
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin for dressing.
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar For dressing.
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash the pears, cut them in half, remove the core, and slice into wedges.
- Place pear wedges on a baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Roast the pears for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and tender.
- Toast the walnuts in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until fragrant and golden.
- In a large bowl, combine the fresh arugula.
- Once the pears are roasted, let them cool slightly before adding to the arugula.
- Add the toasted walnuts and crumbled blue cheese, tossing gently to combine.
- Whisk together the remaining olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then drizzle over the salad.
- Toss the salad gently to coat and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired.
- Serve immediately or chill for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For variations, consider adding goat cheese, seasonal fruits, or grilled chicken for added protein.