Red Leaf Pear and Walnut Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and refreshing Red Leaf Pear and Walnut Salad, a delightful medley of crisp red leaf lettuce, juicy pears, and crunchy toasted walnuts. This easy-to-make recipe combines sweet dried cranberries, creamy feta cheese, and a tangy homemade balsamic vinaigrette for a blend of irresistible flavors and textures. Perfect for a light lunch or an elegant side dish, this salad comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or last-minute guests. Impress your family and friends with this wholesome, nutrient-packed dish that highlights seasonal ingredients and gourmet appeal.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

1 head red leaf lettuce
2 medium pear
0.5 cup walnuts
0.25 cup feta cheese
0.25 cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
0.25 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and dry the red leaf lettuce. Tear it into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Core and thinly slice the pears. Add them to the bowl with the lettuce.

Step 3

Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they smell fragrant. Allow them to cool slightly before adding to the salad.

Step 4

Sprinkle the feta cheese and dried cranberries over the salad for added sweetness and texture.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy this crisp and flavorful salad!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(485.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	983.5

Total Fat 90.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 32.5g
Cholesterol 33.4mg	0%
Sodium 1241.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.8g	0%
Total Sugars 13.9g
Protein 19.7g	0%

Vitamin D 6IU	0%
Calcium 373.9mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 1031.2mg	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: 80.7%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 11.6%