Pear Salad with Feta and Cranberries
Pear Salad is crisp, fresh and is guaranteed to be a family favorite! It's a delicious blend of juicy pears, chewy cranberries, feta cheese and almonds, and it's tossed in a tangy balsamic vinaigrette!
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 220kcal
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup slivered almonds
- 6 ounces lettuce your favorite! I used half romaine and half spring lettuce
- 1 large ripe Bartlett pear cored and sliced into 1" pieces; pear should be ripe yet firm
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ⅓ cup dried cranberries
- balsamic vinaigrette dressing
Instructions
- Toast the almonds in a skillet over medium low heat for 6-8 minutes or until golden brown and fragrant, tossing every few minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.1/3 cup slivered almonds
- Place the lettuce, sliced pear, dried cranberries, feta and toasted almonds in a bowl.6 ounces lettuce, 1 large ripe Bartlett pear, ½ cup crumbled feta cheese, ⅓ cup dried cranberries
- Add the desired amount of balsamic dressing and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately and enjoy!balsamic vinaigrette dressing
Notes
- Pro tip: Do not toss the salad with the dressing until just before serving time as it will wilt down.
- Nutrition information does not include the dressing as that information is in a separate post.
- Purchase pre-toasted slivered almonds at Trader Joe's for a time saver!
- Customize this salad with your favorite greens, cheese or nuts. The balsamic vinaigrette may be subbed with apple cider vinegar dressing or your favorite store bought variety.
Nutrition
Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 164mg | Potassium: 191mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 2533IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 1mg