Description
A refreshing and simple salad that highlights the natural sweetness of pears.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe pears, sliced
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the mixed greens.
- Slice the pears thinly and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, sliced pears, crumbled blue cheese, and toasted walnuts.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately on chilled plates for better presentation.
Notes
- Use ripe pears for the best flavor.
- Try different types of cheese like feta or goat cheese for variations.
- Add sliced apples or dried cranberries for extra texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: easy pear salad recipe