Pear and Bleu Cheese Appetizer Skewers
With the most delicious sweet flavor from the pears, the crunch of the pecans and the richness of the bleu cheese these amazing Pear and Bleu Cheese Appetizer Skewers will be a solid fan favorite at your next event!
Ingredients
- 2 Pears ripe but firm
- 100 grams Bleu Cheese I like to use Gorgonzola or Roquefort
- 1 cup Fresh Arugula washed and dried
- 1/2 cup Halved Pecans
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
- Wooden Skewers soaked in water for at least 30 minutes
Instructions
Prepare The Ingredients
- Cut the pears into bite-sized cubes, removing the core and seeds.
- Cut the bleu cheese into small cubes similar in size to the pear cubes.
- Wash and dry the arugula leaves thoroughly.
- Toast the pecan halves in a dry skillet over medium heat until lightly golden and fragrant. Allow them to cool, then roughly chop them.
Assemble The Skewers
- Thread a piece of pear onto the skewer, followed by a cube of bleu cheese, a pecan half, and a couple of arugula leaves.
- Repeat until the skewer is filled, leaving a bit of space at each end for handling.
Make The Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey and balsamic vinegar until well combined. Adjust the sweetness or acidity to your taste.
Serve
- Arrange the prepared skewers on a serving platter.
- Drizzle the honey-balsamic dressing over the skewers just before serving, or serve it on the side for dipping.
- Optionally, garnish the platter with additional arugula leaves and pecans for an extra touch of elegance.
Enjoy
- Serve the Pear and Bleu Cheese Skewers with Arugula and Pecans as an appetizer at your next gathering or as a light and elegant snack.The combination of sweet pears, tangy bleu cheese, peppery arugula, and crunchy pecans is sure to impress your guests.
Notes
Nutrition per serving (estimated): 90 kcal · 6g fat (2g saturated) · 9g carbohydrates · 1g fiber · 6g sugar · 2g protein · 117mg sodium · 6mg cholesterol. Calculated from the ingredients listed; treat as an estimate.