Description
This Pear Salad is a delightful mix of sweet and savory flavors, featuring ripe pears, mixed greens, blue cheese, pecans, and dried cranberries, all tossed in a tangy dressing. It’s a perfect blend of textures and tastes, making it a refreshing and satisfying salad option for any occasion.
Ingredients
Ripe Pears:
2 pears, sliced;
Mixed Salad Greens:
4 cups (such as arugula, spinach, or spring mix);
Blue Cheese or Goat Cheese:
¼ cup, crumbled;
Candied or Toasted Pecans:
¼ cup;
Dried Cranberries:
2 tablespoons;
Red Onion:
2 tablespoons, thinly sliced;
Dressing:
2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar or apple cider vinegar; 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup; ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard; Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, sliced pears, cheese, pecans, cranberries, and red onion.
- Make the Dressing: In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Toss and Serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat.
Notes
- Use firm but ripe pears for best texture.
- For added protein, top with grilled chicken or roasted chickpeas.
- The dressing can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
