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Red Wine Poached Pear Gorgonzola Salad

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This salad combines poached pears in red wine with fresh greens and Gorgonzola cheese, creating a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors—perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 Concorde or Bosc pears, peeled, halved, and cored
  • 2 cups red wine
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 6 cups mixed greens, washed and drained
  • 3/4 cup Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

  • Combine pears, red wine, orange juice, sugar, and cinnamon in a saucepan over medium heat.
  • Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes until pears are soft.
  • Remove pears from liquid and drain.
  • Divide mixed greens onto plates, layer poached pears on top.
  • Sprinkle with crumbled Gorgonzola and walnuts.

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Notes

Use ripe but firm pears for the best results.
Adjust sugar based on wine preference.
Let pears cool before assembling to prevent wilting greens.

  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Poaching
  • Cuisine: Fusion

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 12
  • Sodium: 200
  • Fat: 14
  • Saturated Fat: 7
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 30
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 6
  • Cholesterol: 25