Goat's Cheese with Pear and Walnut Salad
Elevate your salad game with this irresistible Goat's Cheese with Pear and Walnut Salad—an elegant blend of creamy, sweet, and nutty flavors perfect for any occasion. This quick and easy recipe features tangy goat cheese crumbles perfectly paired with juicy slices of ripe pear, lightly toasted walnuts, and a bed of crisp mixed salad greens. A drizzle of homemade honey-lemon dressing and a touch of balsamic glaze add a sweet and tangy note that ties everything together beautifully. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this refreshing salad is ideal for a light lunch, dinner starter, or impressing guests at your next gathering. Bursting with natural sweetness and wholesome ingredients, this dish is a celebration of simplicity and flavor!
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Ingredients
- 150 grams goat cheese
- 1 piece ripe pear
- 50 grams walnuts
- 100 grams mixed salad greens
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon balsamic glaze
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the mixed salad greens thoroughly. Place them in a large salad bowl or divide them evenly across two plates for individual servings.
Step 2
Slice the pear into thin wedges or bite-sized pieces, depending on your preference. Optionally, you can remove the skin if desired.
Step 3
Lightly toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
Step 4
Crumble the goat cheese into small chunks or roll it into small balls for presentation purposes, if preferred.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 6
Arrange the pear slices over the salad greens. Top with the toasted walnuts and crumbled goat cheese.
Step 7
Drizzle the honey-lemon dressing evenly over the salad and finish with a light drizzle of balsamic glaze for added flavor and visual appeal.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy this delightful combination of flavors and textures.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (551.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1319.4 |
| Total Fat 106.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 38.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 23.7g | |
| Cholesterol 117.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1335.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 59.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 40.5g | |
| Protein 42.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 325.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 825.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories