Pear and Gorgonzola Autumn Salad with Candied Nuts Delights!
A delightful autumn salad featuring sweet pears, tangy Gorgonzola cheese, and crunchy candied nuts, perfect for a seasonal meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 2 ripe pears, sliced
- 1/2 cup Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup candied nuts (such as pecans or walnuts)
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens and sliced pears.
- Add the crumbled Gorgonzola cheese and candied nuts.
- Sprinkle the dried cranberries over the top.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For added flavor, consider toasting the nuts before adding them to the salad.
- This salad pairs well with grilled chicken for a heartier meal.
- Feel free to substitute the Gorgonzola with feta cheese if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg