Pear Walnut Salad with Cranberries and Goat Cheese
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this refreshing pear walnut salad with cranberries and goat cheese, perfect for any occasion! This delightful dish combines crisp mixed greens with sweet ripe pears, tart cranberries, and creamy goat cheese, all topped with a tangy honey mustard vinaigrette. It’s an easy-to-prepare salad that can be enjoyed as a light meal or as a stunning side dish at gatherings. With its balance of textures and flavors, this salad is sure to become a favorite on your table!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 handfuls mixed salad greens
- 1 large ripe pear
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup walnuts
- 2 oz semi-firm goat cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the mixed salad greens and spin dry. Arrange them on a large serving plate.
- Peel the pear if desired, then slice it thinly and layer over the greens.
- Toast walnuts in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant. Add them to the salad.
- Scatter dried cranberries and goat cheese over the top.
- In a small jar, combine olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; shake well to mix.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg