Refreshing Pear Salad
This delightful pear salad combines the crispness of fresh pears with the crunch of toasted nuts, creating a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. Tossed in a tangy balsamic vinaigrette, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning, making it an ideal choice for picnics, family gatherings, or cozy dinners. Enjoy the explosion of flavors in every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe pears, sliced
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula and spinach)
- 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans, toasted
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- Wash mixed greens thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels.
- Slice pears into thin wedges.
- Toast walnuts or pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, pear slices, toasted nuts, and crumbled cheese; gently toss to mix.
- Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette over the salad just before serving and toss lightly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup salad
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg