GORGONZOLA AND PEAR SALAD

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Tired of tossed salads? Here's an irresistible variation featuring pears that makes an attractive and tasty first course. The cheese and pecans are nice additions. You'll appreciate how easy it is.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 medium pears, halved and cored
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 cups spring mix salad greens
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1/2 cup pecan halves, toasted
3/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette

Steps:

Place pears in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 25-30 minutes, basting occasionally with cooking juices., In a large salad bowl, combine the greens, tomatoes, cheese and pecans. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Divide among six serving plates; top each with a pear half.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 24g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 716mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 6g protein.