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Add this to your list of salads to try as we head into the autumn season. I love the combination sweet pears, crunchy nuts, and sharp blue cheese. It’s also beautiful to look at it works as a side dish for entertaining. You will make this one over and over again.
Honey Dijon Dressing drizzle
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, assemble the salad a few hours in advance and cut the pear right before serving to avoid it turning brown. You can make the dressing in advance and store in the refrigerator. Whisk before serving.
How do I know if the pears are ripe?
Try touching the skin and it should give slightly. You want it firm but not mushy. Often, I will try to buy pears a day or two in advance so they can ripen at home. You could use canned pears in a pinch.
Aunt Judy’s Fall Pear Salad
Ingredients
For the dressing:
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- Dash white vinegar
- 1/4 cup + 1 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
- 3 Tbsp. dijon mustard
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 Tbsp. poppyseeds
For the salad
- 1 bunch romaine, washed dried and cut or one bag prewashed romaine leaves
- 1 red onion, sliced into rings
- 2 fresh pears, sliced
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 4 oz. blue cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- Mix all dressing ingredients into a bowl except oil. Slowly drizzle in the oil with a whisk. Place in fridge until ready to serve the salad.
- Chop up lettuce place in a large salad bowl. Add toppings. When ready to serve, lightly drizzle the salad dressing over the salad and toss with salad tongs. Adjust dressing if needed.