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Beet gorgonzola pear salad

Recipe Information

Description:
Beet gorgonzola pear salad is a delicious American recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 1 hour, 30 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 1 hour, 45 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 8 (1 cup) servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 8 (1 Cup)
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 1 Hour, 30 Minutes
Total Time 1 Hour, 45 Minutes
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Beets; Gorgonzola Cheese; Pears
Category Dairy; Fruit; Vegetables
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Appetizer; Side Dish; Main Dish
Subtype Salad
Cuisine American
Cook Method Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • 2 beets

  • 4 cups pear, thinly sliced

  • 4 ounces Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

  • 1 large shallot, chopped

  • 5 ounces mixed salad greens

Directions

  • Preheat an oven to 350°F.

  • Peel and wash the beets. Leave the beets wet and wrap each in a separate piece of foil.

  • Place the beets on a baking sheet and bake for 90 minutes or until tender.

  • When cooled, unwrap the beets and cut them into small pieces.

  • Mix the sliced pears with lemon juice in a bowl. Refrigerate the mixture for 1 hour.

  • Place the beets and Gorgonzola into 2 separate bowls. Refrigerate for 1 hour.

  • Whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, ground pepper, Dijon mustard, and chopped shallot in a bowl.

  • Remove the pears, beets, and Gorgonzola from the refrigerator before serving.

  • Put mixed greens in a large serving bowl. Add the pears, beets, and cheese on top of the greens. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 180 cal

  • Total fat: 12g

  • Saturated fat: 4g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 7g

  • Cholesterol: 12mg

  • Sodium: 84mg

  • Carbohydrate: 17g

  • Fiber: 3g

  • Protein: 4g