Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of autumn with our Fall Harvest Salad with Goat Cheese and Fresh Pears. This delightful dish combines crisp mixed greens, sweet ripe pears, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy walnuts, creating a beautiful and nutritious salad perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, kale)
- 2 ripe pears, thinly sliced
- 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
Instructions
- Wash and dry the mixed greens thoroughly to ensure crispness.
- Thinly slice the pears and drizzle with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, pear slices, toasted walnuts, and crumbled goat cheese; toss gently.
- Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette just before serving and toss lightly again.
- Serve immediately on individual plates or family-style from the bowl.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Seasonal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg