Description
A fresh, crisp salad combining sweet pears, tart cranberries, crunchy nuts, and tangy cheese, all tossed in a light homemade dressing. This cranberry pear salad is perfect for holidays or as a refreshing side dish, offering a delightful blend of textures and flavors that are both vibrant and satisfying.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 2 ripe pears, thinly sliced
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup crumbled feta or goat cheese
- ⅓ cup toasted walnuts or pecans
- ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
Dressing
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1½ tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- ½ tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the mixed salad greens, thinly sliced pear, dried cranberries, toasted nuts, crumbled cheese, and thinly sliced red onion if using. Mix gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until the dressing is well emulsified and smooth.
- Dress the Salad: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients just before serving to ensure freshness and crunch.
- Toss and Serve: Gently toss the salad to evenly coat all ingredients with the dressing. Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp textures and fresh flavors at their best.
Notes
- Add grilled chicken for a complete meal.
- Swap nuts for seeds if allergies are a concern.
- To prevent pears from browning, toss slices in a little lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
