Cranberry Pear Salad

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This delicious pear cranberry salad works well as a side or on its own. Especially good in fall and winter when fresh summer salad fare is harder to come by.

close up view of Cranberry Pear Salad with red onions and cheese in a bowl
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup olive oil

  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar

  • 2 ½ teaspoons minced garlic

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 6 cups mixed baby greens

  • 3 pears, thinly sliced

  • 1 cup dried cranberries

  • 1 cup toasted pecans

  • ¾ cup cubed Havarti cheese

  • ½ cup toasted sliced almonds

Directions

  1. Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl.

  2. Combine greens, pears, cranberries, pecans, and Havarti cheese in a large bowl. Pour balsamic vinegar dressing over salad and toss. Garnish with almonds to serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

604 Calories
50g Fat
39g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 604
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 50g 64%
Saturated Fat 9g 44%
Cholesterol 18mg 6%
Sodium 335mg 15%
Total Carbohydrate 39g 14%
Dietary Fiber 7g 25%
Total Sugars 26g
Protein 8g 15%
Vitamin C 14mg 16%
Calcium 144mg 11%
Iron 2mg 9%
Potassium 361mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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