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The Best Blue Cheese, Walnut, and Pear Salad
Salad
Sesame Dressing
Instructions
1
In a small pan over medium heat, melt the butter and then add the walnuts and a small pinch of salt.
2
Toast the walnuts in the pan, stirring frequently, until lightly browned, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the walnuts from the pan and place on a paper towel lined plate to cool.
3
Place the dressing ingredients, except sesame seeds, into a high-sided container. Blend the ingredients with an immersion blender until emulsified. Taste for seasoning. If needed, add a small pinch of salt. Stir in the sesame seeds at the end.
4
Assemble the salad by tossing together the lettuce, blue cheese, cooled walnuts, pears and desired amount of dressing in a large bowl.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Toast Walnuts Fresh for Maximum Flavor 🥜Lightly toast raw walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes just before assembly to unlock their rich, buttery notes and prevent them from becoming bitter or stale.
- Slice Pears at the Last Moment ⏰Cut pears immediately before serving and toss gently with a splash of white vinegar to prevent oxidation and browning while maintaining their delicate texture and fresh appearance.
- Emulsify Your Dressing Properly 🥣Whisk the mayo and mustard together first to create a stable base, then slowly drizzle in the oils while whisking continuously to achieve a silky, cohesive dressing that coats the lettuce evenly.
- Dress Lettuce Strategically 🥗Dress only the delicate butter lettuce right before serving and use a light hand—these tender leaves wilt quickly, so toss gently with just enough dressing to coat rather than saturate.
- Balance Sweet and Umami Elements 🎯Taste your dressing and adjust the brown sugar and soy sauce ratio—soy sauce should provide savory depth without overpowering, while brown sugar adds subtle sweetness that complements the pears and blue cheese.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low Carb
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Smart Nutrition 
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