Description
Warm Spiced Pear & Walnut Autumn Salad is a delightful celebration of fall flavors, combining juicy caramelized pears with crunchy walnuts atop a vibrant bed of mixed greens. This dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also warms your heart, making it perfect for cozy gatherings. Enjoy the stunning visual appeal and comforting aromas that make this salad an instant favorite for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe pears, sliced
- 1 cup walnuts, raw or lightly toasted
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula and spinach)
- 1/2 cup goat cheese, crumbled
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Toast walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until fragrant. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, add sliced pears and sprinkle with cinnamon. Sauté for 3-4 minutes on each side until caramelized.
- Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to create the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, warm pears, toasted walnuts, and goat cheese. Drizzle with dressing just before serving.
- Serve immediately while warm and enjoy this flavorful autumn salad!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg