This Pear Walnut Gorgonzola Salad is a light and healthy side dish that pairs well with any meal. It has only 4-ingredients and is perfect served with your favorite raspberry vinaigrette. Add cranberries or pomegranate arils for a festive holiday touch.
Your favorite raspberry or lemon vinaigrettesee recipe in notes below
¼cupcranberries or pomegranate arilsoptional
Instructions
In a large bowl, mix all the above ingredients. Do not peel pears as you will lose ½ the fiber and 3-4X the phyto nutrients without the skin.
Adding cranberries or pomegranate arils are optional but does make the salad look very festive for the holidays.
Toss with your favorite vinaigrette.
Notes
For lemon vinaigrette, mix the following in a small sealable jar: 2 Tablespoons lemon juice, 2 Tablespoons extra virgin light olive oil, ¼ cup light vinegar such as a rice wine vinegar then season with salt and pepper to taste. Shake and serve on side.