Crisp greens topped with sweet pears, tangy Gorgonzola, toasted walnuts, and honey-balsamic dressing.
# Ingredient List:
→ Salad Components
01 - 6 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix)
02 - 2 ripe pears, cored and thinly sliced
03 - 3.5 oz Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
04 - 1/2 cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
05 - 1/4 cup dried cranberries (optional)
→ Honey-Balsamic Vinaigrette
06 - 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
07 - 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
08 - 1 tbsp honey
09 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Directions:
01 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified and smooth.
02 - Place mixed salad greens in a large bowl and toss gently with half of the prepared vinaigrette to coat evenly.
03 - Arrange pear slices, Gorgonzola crumbles, toasted walnuts, and dried cranberries over the dressed greens in an even layer.
04 - Drizzle remaining vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Serve immediately while greens remain crisp.
