Spinach Pear Salad with Mustard Vinaigrette
Elevate your salad game with this Spinach Pear Salad with Mustard Vinaigrette, a vibrant and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. Fresh baby spinach forms the base, while thinly sliced ripe pears add a juicy sweetness that pairs perfectly with the creamy tang of crumbled goat cheese. Crunchy toasted walnuts lend a delightful texture, making each bite a symphony of flavors and textures. The homemade mustard vinaigrette, a zesty blend of olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey, ties it all together with a bright, tangy-sweet finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this elegant salad is an excellent choice for a quick lunch, a sophisticated dinner side, or a star-worthy dish for entertaining. Healthy, delicious, and bursting with seasonal freshness, this salad is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Baby spinach
- 1 medium Ripe pear
- 2 ounces Goat cheese
- 1 cup Walnuts
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Wash and dry the baby spinach leaves thoroughly. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Cut the ripe pear into thin slices, removing the core. Add the pear slices to the bowl with the spinach.
Crumble the goat cheese over the spinach and pear.
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Allow them to cool slightly, then sprinkle over the salad.
In a small bowl or jar, combine olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake vigorously until the vinaigrette is emulsified.
Drizzle the mustard vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh and flavorful spinach pear salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1555 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 138.7 g | 178% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.8 g | 129% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 60.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 1112 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.4 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 35.3 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 390 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 794 mg | 17% | |
*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.
