Pear and Avocado Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Pear and Avocado Salad, a stunning blend of fresh, wholesome ingredients and bold flavors. Sweet, juicy pears and creamy avocados are paired with crisp mixed greens, toasted walnuts, and tangy crumbled feta for a delightful balance of textures and tastes. The zesty homemade dressing, made with lime juice, honey, and olive oil, perfectly ties everything together, creating a light yet satisfying dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect as a healthy lunch, a side dish, or a show-stopping appetizer, this easy-to-make salad highlights seasonal ingredients while delivering a gourmet flair. Whether you're entertaining guests or simply treating yourself, this salad is a refreshing and nourishing choice you’ll treasure! Keywords: pear and avocado salad, healthy salad recipe, easy salad ideas, fresh pear recipes, avocado salad dressing.
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Ingredients
- 2 whole ripe pears
- 2 whole ripe avocados
- 5 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup walnuts
- 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the mixed salad greens, then set them aside in a large serving bowl.
Step 2
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Step 3
Cut the pears into quarters, remove the cores, and slice them thinly. Peel and pit the avocados, then slice them into thin wedges.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 5
Add the pear slices, avocado wedges, and toasted walnuts to the bowl with the salad greens. Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad.
Step 6
Gently toss the ingredients to coat them with the dressing, being careful not to mash the avocado slices.
Step 7
Top the salad with crumbled feta cheese for a finishing touch. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1155.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2008.9 |
| Total Fat 164.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 26.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 59.5g | |
| Cholesterol 53.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1682.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 128.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 42.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 58.3g | |
| Protein 39.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 484.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2967.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories