Spring Greens With Pears Sugared Walnuts Gorgonzola

Spring Greens With Pears, Sugared Walnuts & Gorgonzola

Spring Greens With Pears, Sugared Walnuts & Gorgonzola

45 minutes

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  • Serving Size:   6
  • Gluten-Free:   True
  • Vegetarian:   True
  • Weight Watchers:   11 Points
Cuisine
  • side dish
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Ingredients
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 8 ounces Gorgonzola cheese, coarsely crumbled
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 2 pears, cored & thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
  • 6 cups Spring salad greens
  • salt, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 cup walnut halves
  • 2 teaspoons white sugar
Instructions

Salad

Combine Spring greens, pears and herbs (if desired) in a large salad bowl. Top with cooled sugared walnuts.Right before serving, toss salad with desired amount of dressing.

Add Gorgonzola crumbles at the very last, tossing lightly to incorporate into the salad.Sugared Walnuts: In a small pan, saute walnuts and sugar over medium heat until almonds are caramelized, stirring often (they will be light brown and coated with melted sugar), approximately 4-6 minutes.

Spread the walnuts on foil or wax paper. After they cool, break apart.For the dressing

Combine ingredients in a jar or container with a lid and shake well.

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss.

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