Baked Bosc Pears with Toasted Walnuts and Orange Zest

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Warm pears baked with nutty walnuts and citrus zest for a naturally sweet dessert that aligns with Whole30 guidelines. This french-inspired whole30 ready in about 35 minutes pairs medium, halved and cored Bosc pears, chopped walnuts, zest and 2 tbsp juice orange for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 French cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Toss pear halves cut-side up in a baking dish with 1 tbsp melted coconut oil, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, and 2 tbsp orange juice.
  2. Step 2: Sprinkle chopped walnuts evenly over pears, then top with orange zest.
  3. Step 3: Bake uncovered for 25 minutes until pears are tender when pierced with a fork and edges are golden brown.
  4. Step 4: Let rest for 5 minutes before serving warm, allowing flavors to meld.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Bosc Pears with Toasted Walnuts and Orange Zest take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Baked Bosc Pears with Toasted Walnuts and Orange Zest?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chopped walnuts from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Bosc Pears with Toasted Walnuts and Orange Zest?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Baked Bosc Pears with Toasted Walnuts and Orange Zest for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Baked Bosc Pears with Toasted Walnuts and Orange Zest?

French whole30 like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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