Pears Celery Peas Dried Cranberries Walnut Salad
Brighten your table with this Pears, Celery, Peas, Dried Cranberries, and Walnut Salad—a vibrant medley of fresh and wholesome ingredients perfect for any occasion. Crisp salad greens set the stage for crunchy celery, sweet pears, tender peas, chewy dried cranberries, and toasty walnuts, creating a delightful balance of flavors and textures. A light dressing made with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of honey ties it all together for a refreshing yet satisfying bite. Ready in just 20 minutes, this nutrient-packed salad is ideal as a light lunch or an elegant side dish. Healthy, delicious, and effortless, this salad will quickly become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium (ripe but firm) Pears
- 3 stalks Celery
- 1 cup Frozen peas
- 1 half cup Dried cranberries
- 1 half cup Walnuts
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
1. Prepare the frozen peas: Place the frozen peas in a small saucepan of boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until just tender. Drain and transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.
2. Toast the walnuts: Place the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat. Toast them for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and slightly browned. Remove them from the skillet and set aside to cool.
3. Chop the pears and celery: Core the pears and slice them into thin wedges. Slice the celery into thin diagonal pieces about 1/4-inch thick.
4. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
5. Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, sliced pears, celery, peas, dried cranberries, and toasted walnuts.
6. Dress the salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, making sure everything is evenly coated.
7. Serve: Divide the salad among plates or bowls. Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh and vibrant dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1614 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.7 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.4 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 32.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1335 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 205.5 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.4 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 147.6 g | ||
| Protein | 21.6 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1645 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
