Royal Pear Salad

Elevate your salad game with this irresistible Royal Pear Salad, a dish that perfectly balances sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Featuring juicy slices of ripe Bartlett or Anjou pears, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy candied walnuts atop a bed of fresh mixed greens, this salad is a true showstopper. A homemade honey-lemon vinaigrette, infused with Dijon mustard and extra virgin olive oil, ties everything together with a delightful zing. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for a light lunch, festive gatherings, or as a sophisticated side dish, this recipe is as elegant as it is easy to prepare. Discover why this Royal Pear Salad is a must-try for anyone who loves vibrant, gourmet flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

2 pcs ripe pears (preferably Bartlett or Anjou)
100 g goat cheese
50 g candied walnuts
150 g mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, romaine)
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp Dijon mustard
0.25 tsp salt
0.25 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the salad greens thoroughly, then set them aside.

Step 2

Slice the pears into thin wedges, discarding the core and seeds.

Step 3

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 4

Arrange the salad greens on a serving platter or individual plates.

Step 5

Top the greens with the pear slices, crumbled goat cheese, and candied walnuts.

Step 6

Drizzle the honey-lemon vinaigrette evenly over the salad.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your Royal Pear Salad!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	748.6 grams (748.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1319

Total Fat 83.50g	107%
Saturated Fat 27.60g	138%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 79mg	26%
Sodium 722mg	31%
Total Carbohydrate 123.40g	45%
Dietary Fiber 19.10g	68%
Total Sugars 94.80g
Protein 31.50g	63%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 337mg	26%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 1199mg	26%

*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: 54.8%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 36.0%