Endive and Pear Salad

Elevate your salad game with this crisp and flavorful Endive and Pear Salad—a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors! Featuring the delicate crunch of Belgian endive, juicy slices of ripe pears, and the creamy richness of crumbled blue cheese, this elegant salad is further enhanced by the warm nuttiness of toasted walnuts. Tossed in a zesty homemade vinaigrette made with lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey, every bite delivers a harmonious balance of textures and tastes. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's an effortless yet impressive centerpiece for dinner parties, holiday gatherings, or a light lunch. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant pop of color, and serve this dazzling dish as a sophisticated side or on its own.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 heads Belgian endive
• 2 pieces Ripe pear (such as Bartlett or Anjou)
• 0.5 cups Blue cheese, crumbled
• 0.5 cups Walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Separate and wash the Belgian endive leaves. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels, then roughly chop them into bite-sized pieces. Place the endive pieces in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Slice the pears in half and remove the core. Slice each half into thin wedges. If desired, you can leave the skin on for extra color and texture. Add the pear slices to the salad bowl.

Step 3

In a small, dry skillet over medium heat, toast the walnuts for 3–5 minutes until they are fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Add the toasted walnuts to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Crumble the blue cheese and sprinkle it over the salad mixture.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to create a vinaigrette. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 6

Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad. Gently toss everything together to ensure even coating.

Step 7

If desired, garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and added flavor.

Step 8

Divide the salad onto individual plates or serve in the salad bowl. Enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	823.3 grams (823.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1112

Total Fat 76.30g	98%
Saturated Fat 25.50g	127%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 90mg	30%
Sodium 2402mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 83.70g	30%
Dietary Fiber 25.60g	91%
Total Sugars 43.10g
Protein 39.80g	80%

Vitamin D 26IU	128%
Calcium 782mg	60%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 1504mg	32%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.2%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 28.4%