Pear and Cherry Green Salad with Vanilla-Pear Vinaigrette
Pear and Cherry Green Salad with Vanilla-Pear Vinaigrette blends tender mixed greens and spinach with juicy pear slices and tart dried cherries. Cinnamon-kissed walnuts add crunch, while creamy feta and a lightly sweet, vanilla-scented pear dressing round out the flavors. Serve this bright, fruity salad as a refreshing lunch or a lively side for dinner gatherings.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook5 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
In a skillet over medium heat, combine the sugar, cinnamon, and walnuts. Stir until the sugar and cinnamon melt and the walnuts are evenly coated. Remove from heat and spread the walnuts on a large plate to cool.
- 2
In a blender, add the drained pears, 1/3 cup of the reserved syrup from the can, vinegar, yogurt, honey, salt, pepper, vanilla extract, and nutmeg; blend until smooth.
- 3
Toss the mixed greens, spinach, pear slices, dried cherries, feta cheese, and walnuts together in a serving bowl to assemble the salad. Serve with the dressing on the side.
- Calories 1059.98 kcal High
- Protein 28.49 g Good Source
- Carbs 130.31 g Moderate
- Total Fat 53.17 g High
- Saturated Fat 7.35 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 26.55 mg Moderate
- Sodium 624.75 mg High
- Fiber 18.02 g Good Source
- Sugar 103.28 g High
- Added Sugar 1.87 g Low Source
- Calcium 318.58 mg Good Source
- Iron 5.06 mg Good Source
- Potassium 966.68 mg Good Source
- Vitamin A 1341.89 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 9.77 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Pear and Cherry Green Salad with Vanilla Pear Vinaigrette is an American salad recipe made with 16 ingredients. It takes about 20 mins, serves 2, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Crumbled Feta Cheese, Dried Cherry, and Ground Cinnamon. Each serving provides about 1059.98 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pear and Cherry Green Salad with Vanilla-Pear Vinaigrette?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 16 ingredients, usually served for salad.
- What is Pear and Cherry Green Salad with Vanilla-Pear Vinaigrette made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Crumbled Feta Cheese, Dried Cherry, Ground Cinnamon, Ground Nutmeg. The full list of 16 is above.
- What goes well with Pear and Cherry Green Salad with Vanilla-Pear Vinaigrette?
- Explore these American side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Pear and Cherry Green Salad with Vanilla-Pear Vinaigrette?
- About 20 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 5 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 1059.98 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pear and Cherry Green Salad with Vanilla-Pear Vinaigrette easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 16 ingredients and 3 steps.
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