Description
Juicy pear slices, crisp greens, and crunchy walnuts meet creamy feta in a zesty honey-lemon dressing. Quick to toss and full of contrasting textures, this salad brings fresh autumn flavors to your table in minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 medium pears
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1/2 cup walnut halves
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 small red onion
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Wash and dry pears, mixed salad greens and red onion.
- Core and thinly slice the pears then thinly slice the red onion.
- In a large salad bowl combine the mixed salad greens, pear slices, red onion, walnut halves and crumbled feta cheese.
- In a small bowl whisk together the honey, fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt and freshly ground black pepper until well emulsified.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual plates and serve immediately.
Notes
- Select ripe yet firm pears for optimal crunch and flavor.
- Toast walnuts briefly to enhance their nutty aroma and add extra crunch.
- Assemble the salad just before serving to maintain crisp textures.
- Adjust the sweetness and acidity of the dressing by varying honey and lemon juice to taste.