Rich Pesto and Blue Cheese Salad
no cooking required and 5 minute prep
Prep & Cook Time: 5-10 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 5 days
Contains: Tree Nuts (Almonds), Milk, Soy
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Under %{max_calories} caloriesUnder 35g carbsVegetarian
Chef
Patrick Le Beau
Turn off the stove and put away the knives… Home Chef is offering meals quick enough to throw together as you’re walking out the door and tasty enough to meet our (and your) high standards for quality meals with fresh ingredients. We also pack in enough ingredients for two meals, giving you way more bang than your fast food buck ever would. Save the hot oven and pots and pans for another time; we’ve got quick and delicious covered.
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 1 Bosc Pear
- 5 oz. Spring Mix
- 2 fl. oz. Creamy Italian Dressing
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2 oz. Basil Pesto
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1 oz. Blue Cheese Crumbles
- 1 oz. Dried Cranberries
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½ oz. Smoked Almonds
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving) lObXYLPV
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Calories430
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Carbohydrates33g
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Net Carbs28g
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Fat65g
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Protein5g
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Sodium550mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- 1 Mixing Bowl
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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Cook protein in a medium non-stick pan over medium-high heat with 1 tsp. olive oil.
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If using chicken breasts, pat dry and season both sides with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.
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If using sirloin, pat dry and season both sides with a pinch of salt and pepper. Add steaks to hot pan, and cook until browned and steaks reach minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes per side. Rest, 3 minutes.
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If using NY strip steak, pat dry and season both sides with a pinch of salt and pepper. Add steak to hot pan and cook until browned and steak reaches minimum internal temperature, 7-10 minutes per side. Rest, 3 minutes. Halve to serve.
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If using ahi tuna, pat dry and season both sides with a pinch of salt and pepper. Add tuna to hot pan and cook until tuna reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-5 minutes per side. Tuna is often enjoyed medium-rare (pink in the middle). For medium-rare, cook 1-2 minutes per side. Consuming raw or undercooked tuna may increase your risk for food-borne illness.
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1 Make the Salad
Thoroughly rinse any fresh produce and pat dry. Coarsely chop almonds. Halve pear lengthwise, core, and cut into 1/4" slices. In a mixing bowl, mix pesto and dressing. Add spring mix and thoroughly combine. Top with cranberries, pear, almonds, and blue cheese (to taste). Bon appétit!
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