Easy Pear Salad: Fancy vs. Vintage Southern Recipe
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Originating in France, poached pears are a classic dessert that have been adapted into salads for a refreshing twist. The combination of sweet pears with tangy cheese and nuts creates a delightful balance of flavors and textures. This dish is often served at elegant gatherings and showcases the versatility of pears in both sweet and savory contexts.
Ingredients
- ●ripe pears
- ●champagne
- ●sugar
- ●vanilla bean
- ●cinnamon stick
- ●mixed salad greens
- ●walnuts
- ●blue cheese
- ●balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- 1Peel the pears, leaving the stems intact.
- 2In a saucepan, combine champagne, sugar, vanilla bean, and cinnamon stick.
- 3Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- 4Add the pears to the saucepan, ensuring they are submerged in the liquid.
- 5Poach the pears for 15-20 minutes until tender, turning occasionally.
- 6Remove the pears from the poaching liquid and let cool.
- 7Strain the poaching liquid and reduce it to a syrup over medium heat, about 10 minutes.
- 8In a large bowl, toss mixed salad greens with balsamic vinaigrette.
- 9Slice the poached pears and arrange them on top of the greens.
- 10Sprinkle with walnuts and blue cheese before serving.
Ingredient Alternatives
champagne
Healthier: sparkling water
Cheaper: white wine
Sparkling water reduces calories while maintaining fizz.
blue cheese
Healthier: feta cheese
Cheaper: goat cheese
Feta offers a tangy flavor at a lower cost.
Techniques
poachingtossing
Equipment
saucepanpeelerbowlstrainer
🌶️🌶️🌶️LowContains Alcoholmilktree-nuts
Also Known As
Poached Pear SaladChampagne Pear Salad
vegetariangluten-freenut-free
Ingredients
- ●4 ripe pears, halved and cored
- ●1 cup mixed greens
- ●1/2 cup walnuts, toasted
- ●1/2 cup blue cheese, crumbled
- ●1/4 cup dried cranberries
- ●1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
- ●1/4 tsp salt
- ●1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2Halve and core the pears, then place them cut-side up on a baking sheet.
- 3Drizzle the pears with a little balsamic vinaigrette and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- 4Roast the pears in the oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until tender.
- 5While the pears are roasting, prepare the salad base by placing mixed greens in a large bowl.
- 6Once the pears are done, let them cool slightly before adding them to the salad bowl.
- 7Top the mixed greens with the roasted pears, toasted walnuts, crumbled blue cheese, and dried cranberries.
- 8Drizzle additional balsamic vinaigrette over the top as desired.
- 9Toss gently to combine all ingredients without breaking the pears.
- 10Serve immediately as a refreshing salad.
Equipment
baking sheetlarge bowlknifecutting board
Ingredients
- ●4 ripe pears
- ●1 bottle (750 ml) champagne
- ●1 cup water
- ●1/2 cup sugar
- ●1 tsp vanilla extract
- ●1/2 tsp cinnamon
- ●1/2 cup crème fraîche
- ●1/2 cup toasted walnuts
- ●2 cups mixed salad greens
- ●1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- 1In a large saucepan, combine the champagne, water, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- 2Peel the pears, leaving the stems intact. Carefully place the pears in the simmering liquid.
- 3Cover the saucepan and poach the pears for about 20-25 minutes, or until tender but not mushy.
- 4Once the pears are poached, remove them from the liquid and let them cool slightly.
- 5Strain the poaching liquid and reduce it over medium heat until it thickens slightly, about 10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- 6In a large bowl, toss the mixed salad greens with the balsamic vinaigrette.
- 7Slice the poached pears and arrange them on top of the salad greens.
- 8Dollop crème fraîche on top of the pears and sprinkle with toasted walnuts.
- 9Drizzle the reduced poaching liquid over the salad for added flavor.
- 10Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or light main dish.
Equipment
large saucepanslotted spoonbowlknifecutting board
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