Description
Elevate your gatherings with these Pear & Brie Cheese Salad Skewers, a no-cook appetizer that combines the sweetness of ripe pears, the creaminess of brie, and the peppery bite of arugula. Perfectly assembled on small skewers, these delightful bites are not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor. Drizzled with balsamic glaze and garnished with crunchy walnuts, they make for an elegant starter at parties or casual get-togethers. Easy to prepare and impressive in presentation, these skewers are sure to be a hit at any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe pears (Bosc or Bartlett)
- 8 ounces brie cheese
- 2 cups baby arugula
- 1/4 cup raw walnuts, finely chopped
- Balsamic glaze (for drizzling)
- Small 4-inch skewers
Instructions
- Slice the pears into quarters, remove seeds and stems, then cut each quarter into 1/2-inch cubes.
- Cut brie cheese into similar-sized cubes (1/2-inch), keeping the rind on for easier handling.
- Thread a piece of pear, a small bundle of arugula (5–6 leaves), and a cube of brie onto the skewer.
- Place each skewer on a serving platter and repeat until all ingredients are used.
- Press chopped walnuts onto each piece of brie and drizzle with balsamic glaze just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approximately 40g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg