Description
Juicy pear slices mingle with fresh mixed greens, crunchy toasted walnuts, tangy blue cheese, and sweet cranberries, all coated in a silky honey-balsamic dressing that brightens every bite.
Ingredients
- 2 pears
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Wash and dry the salad greens thoroughly, then place them in a large bowl.
- Core and thinly slice the pears and add them to the bowl with the greens.
- Roughly chop the walnuts and sprinkle them along with dried cranberries and blue cheese over the salad.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until fully emulsified.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients.
- Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual plates and serve immediately.
Notes
- Toast walnuts lightly in a dry skillet for extra crunch and flavor.
- Swap blue cheese for feta or goat cheese to adjust the tanginess.
- Ensure pears are ripe but firm to maintain texture in the salad.
- For a sweeter dressing, add an extra teaspoon of honey or a pinch of sugar.