Red Leaf Pear and Walnut Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and refreshing Red Leaf Pear and Walnut Salad, a delightful medley of crisp red leaf lettuce, juicy pears, and crunchy toasted walnuts. This easy-to-make recipe combines sweet dried cranberries, creamy feta cheese, and a tangy homemade balsamic vinaigrette for a blend of irresistible flavors and textures. Perfect for a light lunch or an elegant side dish, this salad comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or last-minute guests. Impress your family and friends with this wholesome, nutrient-packed dish that highlights seasonal ingredients and gourmet appeal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head red leaf lettuce
- 2 medium pear
- 0.5 cup walnuts
- 0.25 cup feta cheese
- 0.25 cup dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Rinse and dry the red leaf lettuce. Tear it into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
Core and thinly slice the pears. Add them to the bowl with the lettuce.
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they smell fragrant. Allow them to cool slightly before adding to the salad.
Sprinkle the feta cheese and dried cranberries over the salad for added sweetness and texture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Serve immediately and enjoy this crisp and flavorful salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
316 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.9 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 272 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.9 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.0 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 104 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 343 mg | 7% | |
*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.
