Ingredients and Weight:
- 4 ripe pears, peeled and diced (about 400g)
- 150g blue cheese, crumbled
- 1 bunch fresh basil, chopped (about 20g)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., iceberg lettuce, spinach)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: None (this is a salad)
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Dice the pears into small pieces and set aside.
- Crumble the blue cheese into small pieces using your fingers or a fork.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced pears, crumbled blue cheese, and chopped basil.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Arrange the mixed salad greens on a serving plate or individual plates.
- Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on average values; actual nutritional content may vary)
- Calories: 450kcal
- Fat: 32g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 8g
- Fiber: 6g
Dish Characteristics:
- This salad combines the sweet taste of pears with the rich flavor of blue cheese, creating a unique and refreshing dish.
- The use of fresh basil adds a hint of herbal flavor and a pop of color to the salad.
- The lemon juice and olive oil dressing creates a tangy and creamy texture that ties all the flavors together.
User Comments:
- "This salad was refreshing and flavorful, loved the combination of pears and blue cheese!"
- "The dressing was delicious and the fresh basil gave it a nice herbal flavor."
- "I was skeptical about the combination of pears and blue cheese, but it worked really well!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use ripe pears for best flavor and texture.
- Crumble the blue cheese into small pieces so it distributes evenly throughout the salad.
- Adjust the seasoning of the dressing according to your preference.
- This salad is best served immediately after preparation to ensure freshness and flavor.
