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Salad Pear Goat Cheese: 1 Amazing, Joyful Recipe

Salad Pear Goat Cheese
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This salad combines sweet, juicy pears with creamy, tangy goat cheese. It offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures, perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or starter. It’s easy to prepare, healthy, and visually appealing.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups mixed salad greens (such as arugula, spinach, and romaine)
  • 2 ripe pears, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup goat cheese, crumbled
  • ¼ cup walnuts, toasted (optional)
  • ¼ Red onion, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries (or cherries)
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse mixed salad greens under cold water. Dry them with a salad spinner or clean kitchen towel.
  2. Slice ripe pears into thin wedges, removing the core.
  3. If using walnuts, toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until fragrant. Let cool.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, sliced pears, crumbled goat cheese, toasted walnuts, red onion, and dried cranberries.
  5. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey (if using), salt, and pepper to create a dressing.
  6. Drizzle the dressing over the combined salad ingredients. Toss gently to coat evenly.
  7. Taste the salad and adjust salt, pepper, or dressing as needed.
  8. Transfer the salad to a serving plate or bowl. Garnish with extra goat cheese or cranberries if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use ripe pears for the best flavor; they should be slightly soft.
  • Fresh herbs like basil or mint can enhance the flavor.
  • Adjust dressing ingredients to your preference.
  • This salad is best enjoyed chilled.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
  • Do not freeze this salad; the greens will not hold their texture.
  • Consider adding grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu for a more filling meal.
  • Experiment with different greens like kale or mixed baby greens.
  • Substitute goat cheese with feta or blue cheese for a different tang.
  • Bosc, Anjou, or Bartlett pears are excellent choices for this pear and goat cheese salad.

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