Pear and Walnut Salad
This pear and walnut salad is a fresh, elegant mix of crisp greens, juicy pears, crunchy toasted walnuts, and creamy feta. A simple honey-lemon dressing ties everything together with a bright, sweet-tart finish that makes it perfect for lunch or a light starter.
Follow the steps below to cook the desired recipe
1. Place the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat and toast them for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring often, until fragrant and lightly golden. Remove them from the pan and let them cool slightly.
2. Wash and dry the mixed greens thoroughly so the dressing will cling without making the salad watery.
3. Rinse the pears, cut them into thin slices, and remove any seeds or core pieces.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper until the dressing looks smooth and slightly emulsified.
5. Add the mixed greens to a large salad bowl and gently toss them with about two-thirds of the dressing.
6. Arrange the sliced pears over the greens in an even layer so they stay visible and add a fresh, polished look.
7. Scatter the toasted walnuts and crumbled feta cheese over the top.
8. Drizzle the remaining dressing lightly over the salad, then serve immediately while the greens are crisp and the pears are fresh.
6 cups mixed greens
2 ripe pears, thinly sliced
3/4 cup walnuts
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
