Description
Sweet, savory, and totally chic—these salad cups pair caramelized roasted pears with tangy blue cheese, crisp greens, and crunchy walnuts. Served in edible cups or mini shells, they’re the perfect bite-sized starter for fall or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
2 ripe pears, sliced
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper to taste
1 cup baby arugula or mixed greens
¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
¼ cup toasted walnuts, chopped
1 tbsp balsamic glaze or vinaigrette
Mini phyllo shells or endive leaves for serving
Instructions
Roast pears: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss pear slices with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 15–20 mins until tender and golden.
Assemble cups: In each phyllo shell or endive leaf, layer a few greens, a slice of roasted pear, a sprinkle of blue cheese, and walnuts.
Drizzle with balsamic glaze just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 3g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Protein: 2g