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Pear Cranberry Salad

Delicious Pear Cranberry Salad for Festive Gatherings

A refreshing Pear Cranberry Salad that captures the spirit of the holidays with vibrant colors and seasonal flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 medium ripe pears perfect when slightly soft
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries tart little gems
  • 6 cups mixed greens medley of baby spinach, arugula, and romaine
  • 1 cup walnuts toasted if preferred
  • ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinaigrette adds depth with rich flavors

Equipment

  • salad bowl
  • Knife
  • salad spinner

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash the mixed greens thoroughly under cold running water to remove any dirt or grit. Spin or pat dry and transfer to a large salad bowl.
  2. Slice the ripe pears into thin wedges and add them to the bowl with the mixed greens.
  3. Toss in one cup of fresh cranberries into the bowl and mix gently.
  4. Sprinkle chopped walnuts over the mixture, toasting them in a skillet first for enhanced flavor if desired.
  5. Add crumbled feta cheese to the salad, distributing it evenly.
  6. Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette, using about a quarter cup and tossing gently.
  7. Toss the salad ingredients together until everything is evenly coated.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftover salad in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days. Avoid freezing as the texture will suffer.

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