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Salad with caramelized pears, gorgonzola and pistachios

Very tasty and light salad, though it is made of unusual and not combined at first glance products. It is prepared simply, but it is worthy to become a decoration of the festive table. The dressing turns out sweet and spicy and perfectly complements the flavor of the dish. The only remark - I used dried cranberries, but I think that fresh cranberries (or pomegranate grains) will decorate the taste of the salad much more. Thanks to Natasha for the recipe!

caramelized pear salad

Constituents (for 5-6 servings):

  • pear - 2 pcs.
  • butter - 2 tsp.
  • olive oil - 1 tsp.
  • sugar - 1.5 tbsp.
  • arugula - 140 gr.
  • lettuce leaves - a bunch
  • dried (or fresh) cranberries - a handful
  • gorgonzola cheese - 60 gr.
  • peeled pistachios - 0,5 tbsp.

dressing:

  • garlic - 1 clove
  • mustard - 1 tsp.
  • honey - 1 tbsp.
  • balsamic vinegar - 40 ml
  • freshly squeezed orange juice - 40 ml
  • olive oil - 40 ml
  • salt - 0.5 tsp.
  • ground pepper - to taste

Preparation of salad with pears, gorgonzola and pistachios:

For the dressing, finely chop the garlic and mix with the rest of the ingredients.

salad dressing

Slice the pears into slices, removing the seed pods.
Line a baking tray with foil, brush with olive oil and arrange the pear slices in a single layer.
Melt the butter, mix with the remaining olive oil and coat the pears liberally with it.

buttered pears

Sprinkle sugar on top of the pears.

pears with sugar

Bake the pears in a preheated 240 degree oven for 5 minutes, then remove the baking tray, flip the pears and bake for another 10 minutes. The pears should caramelize.

Pears should caramelize.

caramelized pears

Remove the finished pears from the oven and cool to room temperature.
Wash the lettuce leaves and arugula, dry, tear with your hands, and arrange on a large platter. Top with cranberries, finely chopped gorgonzola cheese and pistachios. Pour the dressing over the salad and mix. Top with the pears and serve.

pear, gorgonzola, and pistachio salad

Enjoy!"

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