Pear & Brie Cheese Salad Skewers Recipe
These Pear & Brie Cheese Salad Skewers are a delightful and elegant appetizer combining ripe pears, creamy brie cheese, fresh arugula, and crunchy walnuts, all drizzled with a tangy balsamic glaze. Easy to prepare and perfect for parties or light gatherings, these skewers offer a fresh, flavorful bite with a beautiful presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 skewers (serves 4-8 people) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Pears
- 2 pears (Bosc, Bartlett, or other European varieties, ripe but firm)
Cheese
- Approx. 8 ounces brie cheese (~225 grams), cut into 1/2-inch cubes, rind left on
Greens
- Approx. 2 cups baby arugula (about 5-6 leaves per skewer bundle, folded)
Nuts
- Approx. 1/4 cup raw walnuts, chopped
Condiment
- Balsamic glaze, to drizzle (or substitute with balsamic vinegar)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pears: Slice the pears into quarters and carefully remove seeds and stem. Cut each quarter into roughly 1/2-inch cubes, discarding any small pointy bits that are too small for skewering.
- Cut the Brie: Slice the brie cheese into 1/2-inch cubes, leaving the rind on to reduce stickiness when handling.
- Assemble the Skewers: Take a small 4-inch skewer and thread onto it one piece of pear cube, a folded small bundle of arugula leaves, and a cube of brie cheese (thread the skewer through the rind side of the brie for better hold). Place the finished skewer on a serving platter. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
- Add Walnuts: Gently press chopped walnuts onto the brie cheese cubes on each skewer so they stick well.
- Finish with Balsamic Glaze: Drizzle balsamic glaze over the assembled skewers just before serving to add a tangy sweetness and attractive finish.
Notes
- To reduce pear browning, assemble the skewers within 2 hours of serving and store covered in the refrigerator.
- Adjust the amount of arugula bundles and cheese cubes according to skewer quantity and preference.
- Recommended pears are Bosc, Bartlett, or other European types that are ripe but firm to hold shape when skewered.
- Other cheeses like blue cheese, camembert, cheddar, Monterey Jack, parmesan, or pecorino could be substituted for brie for varied flavor profiles.
- This recipe serves approximately 4-8 people depending on skewer consumption.
Keywords: arugula, brie cheese, party, pears, skewers, walnuts
Find it online: https://zarameals.com/pear-and-brie-cheese-salad-skewers-recipe/
