Description
Experience the flavors of winter with this vibrant Winter Pear Salad Balsamic. Featuring crisp pears, mixed greens, crunchy toasted nuts, and a tangy balsamic dressing, this salad is a perfect blend of sweet and savory.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe Bosc or Anjou pears, sliced
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, baby kale)
- 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans, toasted
- 1/4 cup high-quality balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and dry the mixed greens thoroughly.
- Core and thinly slice the pears into half-moons.
- Toast the walnuts or pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar and olive oil; add honey if desired for sweetness.
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, sliced pears, and toasted nuts. Drizzle with dressing just before serving to keep everything crisp.
- Plate and garnish with additional nuts or cheese crumbles if desired.
Notes
- Ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners.
- Drizzle dressing just before serving for best texture.
- Can add cheese crumbles for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing and toasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg