Royal Pear Salad
Elevate your salad game with this irresistible Royal Pear Salad, a dish that perfectly balances sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Featuring juicy slices of ripe Bartlett or Anjou pears, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy candied walnuts atop a bed of fresh mixed greens, this salad is a true showstopper. A homemade honey-lemon vinaigrette, infused with Dijon mustard and extra virgin olive oil, ties everything together with a delightful zing. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for a light lunch, festive gatherings, or as a sophisticated side dish, this recipe is as elegant as it is easy to prepare. Discover why this Royal Pear Salad is a must-try for anyone who loves vibrant, gourmet flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pcs ripe pears (preferably Bartlett or Anjou)
- 100 g goat cheese
- 50 g candied walnuts
- 150 g mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, romaine)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the salad greens thoroughly, then set them aside.
Slice the pears into thin wedges, discarding the core and seeds.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Arrange the salad greens on a serving platter or individual plates.
Top the greens with the pear slices, crumbled goat cheese, and candied walnuts.
Drizzle the honey-lemon vinaigrette evenly over the salad.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Royal Pear Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1319 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.5 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.6 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 79 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 722 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 123.4 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 94.8 g | ||
| Protein | 31.5 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 337 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1199 mg | 26% | |
*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.
