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Easy & Delicious Pear Salad Recipes

Easy & Delicious Pear Salad Recipes

This fresh and easy pear salad combines crisp greens, juicy pears, crunchy walnuts, and a tangy vinaigrette for a delightful, healthy dish perfect for any season.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 3 medium ripe pears
  • 6 cups mixed salad greens
  • 0.75 cup walnuts, chopped toasted for extra flavor
  • 0.5 cup crumbled blue cheese
  • 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey adjust to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Wash and dry the salad greens thoroughly and place them in a large salad bowl.
  • Core and slice the pears into thin wedges; add to the salad bowl.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well emulsified.
  • Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
  • Sprinkle chopped toasted walnuts and crumbled blue cheese over the top just before serving.

Notes

For a vegan option, omit the blue cheese and substitute with toasted sunflower seeds or vegan cheese.