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Pear Gorgonzola Salad

This delightful recipe is easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 381 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb thin sliced raw chicken breast
  • 8 cups arugula
  • 1 large green pear sliced (about 200 grams)
  • 1/2 cup Gorgonzola cheese
  • 1/3 cup lower sugar dried cranberries (or pomegranate arils)
  • 1/4 cup pecan halves or pieces
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette for marinating chicken
Pomegranate Vinaigrette
  • 1/3 cup pomegranate juice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp honey
  • Squeeze of lemon juice

Instructions

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  1. Marinate chicken in balsamic vinaigrette for at least one hour.
  2. Whisk together vinaigrette ingredients and set aside.
  3. Heat a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat.  Add about 1/2 tbsp olive oil for pan frying if desired.  Add chicken and cook on one side for 3-5 minutes.  Flip and cook through.  Remove chicken from pan and rest on a cutting board.
  4. Assemble arugula, pear, pecans, and cranberries in a serving bowl.  Top with chicken, gorgonzola cheese, and vinaigrette before serving.

Notes

  • I used pomegranate juice in my vinaigrette but you could use fresh squeezed orange juice.

Nutrition Information

Calories 381kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 26g (9%) Protein 32g (64%) Fat 18g (28%) Cholesterol 78mg (26%) Sodium 303mg (13%) Potassium 574mg (16%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 15g (30%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 381

% Daily Value*

Calories 381kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 26g 9%
Protein 32g 64%
Fat 18g 28%
Cholesterol 78mg 26%
Sodium 303mg 13%
Potassium 574mg 12%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 15g 30%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.