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Pear Salad with Balsamic and Walnuts Recipe

Pear Salad with Balsamic and Walnuts

Amy
This Pear Salad with Balsamic and Walnuts is a symphony of flavors and textures that comes together in just 15 minutes. Juicy, ripe pears offer a sweet contrast to the tangy balsamic glaze, while crunchy walnuts add a satisfying bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups mixed salad greens
  • 2 ripe pears, sliced
  • 1 fennel bulb, sliced paper thin
  • Lemon wedge, for squeezing
  • 2 tablespoons dried cranberries
  • 1 tablespoon chopped pecans
  • 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts
  • 1 tablespoon chopped hazelnuts, or more pecans or walnuts
  • ⅓ cup shaved pecorino cheese
  • Balsamic Vinaigrette, for drizzling
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Arrange the mixed greens on a serving platter or in a serving bowl.
  • Top with the pears and fennel.
  • Squeeze a little lemon juice over the pears and fennel and toss.
  • Top with the cranberries, pecans, walnuts, hazelnuts, and pecorino.
  • Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Keyword balsamic vinaigrette, fresh greens, healthy salad, pear salad, walnuts
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