Balsamic Caramelized Pear and Arugula Salad with Creamy Blue Cheese
Elevate your palate with this exquisite Balsamic Caramelized Pear and Arugula Salad, a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that’s perfect for any occasion. The crispness of fresh arugula entwines beautifully with the rich, buttery caramelized pears, while the toasted walnuts add a satisfying crunch. Topped with creamy blue cheese and drizzled with luscious pan juices, this salad not only tantalizes the taste buds but also makes for an elegant presentation on your table. Ideal as a starter or a light meal, it's both simple and stunning.
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Servings
213
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter
60 g (Unsalted, cut into small pieces)
White wine vinegar
3 tablespoons (None)
Palm sugar
1 tablespoon (Can substitute with brown sugar)
Firm brown pears
2 (Quartered and cored)
Walnuts
1/2 cup (Roughly chopped and toasted)
Rocket (Arugula)
100 g (Washed and dried)
Soft blue cheese
150 g (Sliced)
Instructions
1
In a large frying pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, stir in the white wine vinegar and palm sugar, allowing them to combine and simmer for about 1 minute.
2
Add the quartered pears and walnuts to the pan. Cook for approximately 4-6 minutes, turning occasionally until the pears are just tender and caramelized, and the walnuts are lightly toasted.
3
While the pears are cooking, prepare your serving plates by laying a generous handful of fresh arugula on each plate.
4
Once the pears are done, carefully spoon the warm pear and walnut mixture over the arugula, allowing the pan juices to drizzle over the top.
5
Finally, add slices of creamy blue cheese on top of the salad. Serve immediately and enjoy the beautiful blend of flavors.
Nutrition Information
17.5 g
Fat
15 g
Carbs
4.25 g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Balsamic Caramelized Pear and Arugula Salad?
It is an exquisite blend of sweet and savory flavors featuring fresh arugula, buttery caramelized pears, toasted walnuts, and creamy blue cheese.
How many calories are in this salad?
Each serving contains 213 calories.
Is this salad recipe vegetarian?
Yes, this recipe is tagged as vegetarian.
What kind of pears should I use?
The recipe recommends using two firm brown pears, quartered and cored.
Can I substitute the palm sugar?
Yes, palm sugar can be substituted with brown sugar.
How much fat is in a serving of this salad?
There are 17.5 g of fat per serving.
What type of cheese is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 150 g of soft, creamy blue cheese, sliced.
How long does it take to cook the pears?
The pears should be cooked for approximately 4-6 minutes until just tender and caramelized.
How do I prepare the walnuts?
The walnuts should be roughly chopped and toasted.
What is the carbohydrate content of this dish?
The salad contains 15 g of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in this salad?
The salad provides 4.25 g of protein.
What type of vinegar is used for the caramelization?
Three tablespoons of white wine vinegar are used.
Should the butter be salted or unsalted?
The recipe specifies 60 g of unsalted butter, cut into small pieces.
How should the arugula be prepared?
The rocket (arugula) should be washed and dried before serving.
Is this dish served warm or cold?
The salad should be served immediately while the pear and walnut mixture is warm.
How do I make the dressing?
The dressing is formed by the pan juices created from melting butter, vinegar, and sugar together with the pears.
Can this be served as a main meal?
Yes, it is ideal as either a starter or a light meal.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to melt the butter in a large frying pan over medium heat, then stir in the white wine vinegar and palm sugar.
How many ingredients are required in total?
There are 7 ingredients required for this recipe.
Is this an easy recipe to follow?
Yes, it is described as a simple and easy recipe that results in an elegant dish.
What is the preparation for the blue cheese?
The soft blue cheese should be sliced before being added to the top of the salad.
How much arugula is needed?
The recipe calls for 100 g of rocket (arugula).
What temperature should I use to melt the butter?
The butter should be melted over medium heat.
When do I add the walnuts to the pan?
Add the walnuts to the pan at the same time as the quartered pears.
How should I arrange the salad on the plate?
Lay a generous handful of arugula on each plate, spoon the warm pear and walnut mixture over it, and top with blue cheese.
Can I use rocket instead of arugula?
Yes, rocket and arugula are the same ingredient and are used interchangeably in this recipe.
How much palm sugar is used?
One tablespoon of palm sugar is required.
How many pears does the recipe serve?
The recipe uses 2 firm brown pears which are quartered to serve as the main fruit component.
What is the quantity of walnuts used?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of walnuts.
Is there any special instruction for the pan juices?
Yes, allow the pan juices to drizzle over the top of the arugula when spooning the pear mixture onto the plate.