Frisée Pear Blue Cheese Bowl (Printable)

Crunchy frisée, sweet pears, creamy blue cheese, and savory prosciutto with a bright vinaigrette.

# What Goes In:

→ 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

# How to Make It:

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 the vinaigrette and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately, garnished with extra blue cheese or walnuts if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Perfect balance of sweet, salty, tangy and bitter flavors
  • Ready in just 25 minutes for a quick weeknight dinner
  • Elegant enough for entertaining but simple to prepare
  • Naturally gluten-free and easily adaptable
  • Beautiful presentation with minimal effort
02 -
  • Select pears that yield slightly to pressure but aren't too soft for the best texture and flavor
  • Allow blue cheese to come to room temperature before crumbling for enhanced flavor
  • Toast walnuts just before using to maximize their nutty aroma
  • For a make-ahead option, prepare all components separately and assemble just before serving
  • The vinaigrette can be made up to three days in advance and stored in the refrigerator
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