BBQ Chicken, Pear & Gorgonzola Salad Recipe
A vibrant and flavorful BBQ Chicken, Pear & Gorgonzola Salad featuring crisp romaine lettuce, tender shredded BBQ chicken, juicy pear slices, tangy Gorgonzola cheese, and crunchy walnuts, all brought together with a homemade honey mustard vinaigrette dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 romaine lettuce heart
- 1/2 cup shredded BBQ chicken
- 1/2 pear, sliced
- 1/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
Instructions
- Assemble Salad: Place the romaine lettuce heart in a shallow bowl or large plate. Evenly distribute the shredded BBQ chicken, sliced pears, chopped walnuts, and crumbled Gorgonzola cheese over the lettuce.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small jar or container with a lid, add olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, onion powder, and rubbed sage. Seal the container and shake vigorously until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.
- Dress the Salad: Drizzle the prepared honey mustard dressing over the assembled salad as desired. Toss gently to coat all ingredients just before serving for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use fresh ripe pears for the best sweetness and texture contrast.
- Shredded BBQ chicken can be homemade or store-bought for convenience.
- For a nut-free version, omit walnuts or substitute with toasted pumpkin seeds.
- This salad is best served immediately to maintain crispness of the lettuce and texture of the pears.
- Adjust the amount of dressing according to personal taste preference.
Keywords: BBQ Chicken salad, pear salad, Gorgonzola cheese salad, honey mustard dressing, walnut salad, easy healthy salad
