Smoked Duck Breast Salad with Two Pears

Ingredients:

1. 2 smoked duck breasts
2. 2 ripe pears, thinly sliced
3. 4 cups mixed greens
4. 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
5. 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
6. 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
7. 1/4 cup red wine vinaigrette
8. Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Place the walnuts on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until lightly browned. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, toss together the mixed greens, sliced red onion, and sliced pears.
4. Season the duck breasts with salt and pepper. In a non-stick pan over medium-high heat, cook the duck breasts skin-side down until crispy, about 5-6 minutes. Flip the duck breasts and cook the other side for an additional 3-4 minutes. Remove the duck breasts from the pan and let them rest for 5 minutes.
5. Slice the duck breasts thinly and add them to the bowl with the mixed greens and pears.
6. Add the toasted walnuts and crumbled blue cheese to the bowl.
7. Drizzle the red wine vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
8. Serve immediately.

Verdict:

This smoked duck breast salad with two pears is the perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors. The smoked duck adds depth to the dish, while the pears and red wine vinaigrette impart a refreshing sweetness. The toasted walnuts and crumbled blue cheese give the salad an earthy tang, making it a well-rounded and satisfying meal.

Serving Suggestions:

This salad can be served as a main course or as a side dish. It pairs well with a light, citrus-forward white wine or a crisp, dry rosé.