Introduction

Pear season is here, and what better way to celebrate this sweet and juicy fruit than with a fresh, vibrant pear salad? Lina Vexley’s fresh pear salad brings together the delicate sweetness of ripe pears with crisp greens, tangy cheese, and crunchy nuts. This salad is perfect for a light yet satisfying dinner, a refreshing snack, or as a side dish for your fall meals. With a simple vinaigrette to tie it all together, this pear salad is both delicious and nutritious, offering a perfect balance of flavors and textures.

Fresh Pear Salad

This fresh pear salad features ripe pears, mixed greens, crunchy nuts, and tangy cheese, making it the perfect light dinner, fall meal, or refreshing snack.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Course Salad

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients

2 pears sliced
4 cups mixed greens such as spinach, arugula, or baby kale
1/4 cup walnuts chopped
1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta cheese
1/4 cup dried cranberries
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp honey
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the sliced pears, mixed greens, chopped walnuts, crumbled goat cheese, and dried cranberries.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
Serve immediately as a light, refreshing salad, or refrigerate for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Notes

This fresh pear salad can be customized by adding other fruits like pomegranate seeds or oranges. For added crunch, you can sprinkle some toasted almonds or pecans on top.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 4gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Keyword Fall, healthy, Pear, Snack

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How to Make the Recipe

Prepare the ingredients: Start by slicing the pears and chopping the walnuts. Place the mixed greens, sliced pears, chopped walnuts, crumbled goat cheese (or feta), and dried cranberries into a large bowl.
Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper. This simple dressing will balance the sweetness of the pears and cranberries with a light tang.
Toss and serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients. You can serve this salad immediately for a fresh, crisp meal, or refrigerate it for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Conclusion

This fresh pear salad is a delicious and healthy option that’s perfect for any meal. With its mix of crunchy walnuts, creamy cheese, and sweet pears, it’s as satisfying as it is vibrant. The apple cider vinegar and honey dressing enhances the natural sweetness of the pears, making every bite a delightful combination of flavors. Whether you’re looking for a light dinner, a side dish for your fall meals, or a refreshing snack, this pear salad is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen!