Tangy Pear and Blue Cheese Salad

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Romaine, blue cheese, chopped pears, walnuts, and red onions, combined with a tangy dressing, make this salad unforgettable. It is a sure hit worth trying!

Submitted by LARAL
Updated on February 25, 2022
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • ⅓ cup ketchup

  • ½ cup distilled white vinegar

  • ¾ cup white sugar

  • 2 teaspoons salt

  • 1 cup canola oil

  • 2 heads romaine lettuce, chopped

  • 4 ounces crumbled blue cheese

  • 2 pears - peeled, cored and chopped

  • ½ cup toasted chopped walnuts

  • ½ red onion, chopped

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, mix ketchup, vinegar, sugar, and salt. Gradually pour in oil, stirring constantly, until well blended.

  2. In a large serving bowl, toss together lettuce, blue cheese, pears, walnuts, and red onion. Pour dressing over salad, and toss well to coat.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

627 Calories
50g Fat
43g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 627
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 50g 64%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 14mg 5%
Sodium 1197mg 52%
Total Carbohydrate 43g 16%
Dietary Fiber 5g 18%
Total Sugars 36g
Protein 8g 15%
Vitamin C 32mg 36%
Calcium 157mg 12%
Iron 2mg 9%
Potassium 500mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.