Poached Pear Salad

Poached pear salad is a delicious and elegant salad that makes a great appetizer or side dish for any meal. The sweetness of the pears pairs perfectly with the tangy flavour of the vinaigrette and the crunch of the walnuts.

Here’s a simple recipe to make poached pear salad:

Ingredients of Poached Pear Salad

• 2 pears
• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1/2 cup walnuts
• 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• Salt and pepper, to taste

How to Make Poached Pear Salad

1. Peel the pears and cut them in half lengthwise. Remove the core and seeds with a spoon.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine enough water to cover the pears, 1/4 cup of honey and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Bring the mixture to a boil.
3. Reduce the heat to low and add the pear halves to the saucepan. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the pears are tender.
4. Remove the pears from the saucepan and let them cool.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
6. Arrange the mixed salad greens on a plate. Place the poached pear halves on top of the salad greens.
7. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the pears and greens.
8. Sprinkle the walnuts and blue cheese over the top of the salad.
9. Serve and enjoy!

This recipe is easy to customize by adding additional ingredients like sliced red onions, dried cranberries, or roasted beets. It’s a great way to enjoy the flavours of the season and impress your guests with a beautiful and delicious salad.