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Pear Salad

Irresistible Pear Salad with Walnuts and Feta Bliss

This Pear Salad with Walnuts and Feta is a delightful, nutritious side dish that highlights the crisp flavors of autumn.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Walnuts Can substitute with pecans or almonds
  • 2 medium Pear Bartlett or Anjou preferred when ripe
  • 4 cups Spring Mix Can substitute with spinach or arugula
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Can substitute with goat cheese
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries Raisins or dried cherries can be used
For the Dressing
  • 1 medium Shallot Can substitute with yellow onion
  • 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Avocado oil is a good alternative
  • 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar White wine vinegar can be used instead
  • 2 tablespoons Pure Maple Syrup Honey can serve as an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Regular mustard can be used if Dijon isn't available
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Regular table salt can be used in smaller quantities
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Large Serving Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Pear Salad
  1. Preheat the oven to 350ºF (175ºC).
  2. Toast the walnuts for 8-10 minutes until fragrant and golden brown. Allow to cool and chop coarsely.
  3. Whisk together the dressing ingredients in a mixing bowl until well combined.
  4. In a large serving bowl, mix spring greens with sliced pears, feta, dried cranberries, and toasted walnuts. Toss lightly with the dressing.
  5. Adjust the dressing by adding more if needed to coat the salad lightly.
  6. Garnish with remaining sliced pears, extra feta, cranberries, and walnuts before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use the ripest pears for the best flavor. Toast walnuts carefully to prevent burning. Dress the salad just before serving to keep it crisp.

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