Pear Salad Perfection Gorgonzola Candied Walnuts

Ingredients

• 6 oz (170g) mixed salad greens
• 2 ripe pears (approx. 300g)
• 4 oz (115g) Gorgonzola cheese
• ½ cup (60g) candied walnuts
• Optional: ¼ cup (40g) dried cranberries or cherries
• ½ cup (60g) walnut halves
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) maple syrup or honey
• 1 tablespoon (15g) unsalted butter
• Pinch of sea salt
• 3 tablespoons (45ml) extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• ½ teaspoon (2.5ml) honey or maple syrup
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste