Pear & Pecan Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, sliced pears, crumbled blue cheese, and chopped pecans.
• STEP 2.In a separate small bowl, whisk together cranberry juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, and salt.
• STEP 3.Drizzle the cranberry vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
• STEP 4.Serve immediately and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• For extra flavor, toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for a few minutes until fragrant.
• If you prefer a sweeter dressing, add a bit more honey to the cranberry vinaigrette.
• You can also add some dried cranberries or pomegranate seeds for an extra burst of flavor and color.

Storage and Serving

• This salad is best served immediately after preparing to maintain the freshness and crunchiness of the ingredients.
• If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 days.
• Before serving the leftovers, give the salad a gentle toss to redistribute the dressing.