Frisée Pear Blue Cheese Bowl (Print version)

Bitter frisée meets sweet pears, tangy blue cheese, and crispy prosciutto in this vibrant salad tossed with zesty vinaigrette.

# What You'll Need:

→ Greens & Fruits

01 - 1 large head frisée lettuce, washed and torn into bite-size pieces
02 - 2 ripe pears, cored and thinly sliced

→ Dairy & Cheese

03 - 3.5 oz blue cheese, crumbled

→ Meats

04 - 4 slices prosciutto

→ Nuts

05 - 1/3 cup walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped

→ Dressing

06 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
07 - 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
08 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
09 - 1 teaspoon honey
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add prosciutto slices and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to cool, then break into bite-size pieces.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
03 - Place frisée in a large salad bowl. Add sliced pears, blue cheese, toasted walnuts, and crispy prosciutto pieces.
04 - Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately, garnished with additional blue cheese or walnuts if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The sophisticated combination of sweet, salty, and bitter notes.
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes.
  • A naturally gluten-free dish that looks beautiful on any table.
02 -
  • Ensure your pears are ripe but still slightly firm so they hold their shape when sliced.
  • If preparing ahead of time, keep the dressing separate until just before serving.
  • Double-check labels on ingredients like blue cheese if you are strictly gluten-sensitive.
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