Pear Spinach Walnut Celery Salad

Elevate your salad game with this refreshing and nutrient-packed Pear Spinach Walnut Celery Salad! This quick 15-minute recipe combines the crisp sweetness of ripe pears, the earthy crunch of toasted walnuts, and the subtle bite of fresh celery over a vibrant bed of tender spinach leaves. A drizzle of homemade honey-lemon dressing ties it all together with a perfect balance of tangy and sweet. For a creamy twist, optional crumbled feta cheese adds a delightful richness. Perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or healthy addition to your dinner table, this salad is as versatile as it is delicious. Bursting with wholesome flavors and textures, it’s a go-to recipe for salad lovers and healthy eaters alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Fresh spinach
• 2 medium Ripe pears
• 3 stalks Celery stalks
• 0.5 cups Walnuts
• 0.25 cups Feta cheese (optional)
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly and pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel. Place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Core and slice the ripe pears thinly. Leave the skin on for added texture and nutrients. Add the pear slices to the bowl with the spinach.

Step 3

Wash and chop the celery stalks into thin slices. Add them to the salad bowl for crunch.

Step 4

Toast the walnuts lightly in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently. Let them cool slightly before adding to the salad bowl.

Step 5

If using feta cheese, crumble it and add it to the salad for extra flavor.

Step 6

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 7

Drizzle the honey-lemon dressing over the salad ingredients in the bowl.

Step 8

Gently toss the salad to coat all ingredients evenly with the dressing.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors of the Pear Spinach Walnut Celery Salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(854.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1185.1

Total Fat 94.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 28.3g
Cholesterol 53.4mg	0%
Sodium 2093.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.5g	0%
Total Sugars 39.6g
Protein 24.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 611.5mg	0%
Iron 8.9mg	0%
Potassium 1067.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.9%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 24.5%