Pear & Apple Salad Recipe
mixed greens, dried cranberries, pear, apple, candied pecans, gorgonzola, honey balsamic
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Toppings
Dressing
Method
Preparation of Salad Base
- 1
Prepare the greens
In a large salad bowl, add the mixed greens as the base of your salad.
- 2
Chop the fruits
Core and slice the pear and apple into thin wedges. You may leave the skin on for added texture and nutrients.
- 3
Add fruits to salad
Gently toss the sliced pear and apple into the mixed greens in the salad bowl.
Adding Toppings
- 4
Add dried cranberries
Sprinkle the dried cranberries over the salad mixture.
- 5
Add candied pecans
Add the candied pecans on top of the salad for crunch.
- 6
Add gorgonzola cheese
Crumble the gorgonzola cheese over the salad to enhance flavor.
Making the Dressing
- 7
Combine ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil until well combined.
- 8
Season the dressing
Add salt and black pepper to the dressing, adjusting to taste.
Final Assembly
- 9
Dress the salad
Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad just before serving.
- 10
Toss and serve
Gently toss the salad to coat all ingredients with the dressing, and serve immediately.