Winter Pear Salad

Winter Pear Salad

Portions: 4

Preparation Time: 20 minutes

Winter pear salad presents a harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors, creating a refreshing dish that delights the palate.

Salad Ingredients:

• 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped

• ½ cup unsalted cashews or sunflower seeds

• ¼ cup dried cranberries

• 1 apple, peeled, cored, and sliced

• 1 pear, peeled, cored, and sliced

Dressing Ingredients:

• ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil

• ¼ cup lemon juice

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tbsp pure maple syrup

• 1 tbsp minced red onion

• ½ tsp salt

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together ingredients for the dressing.

2. In a large serving bowl, toss together the romaine lettuce, cashews, dried cranberries, apple, and pear.

3. Pour dressing over salad, just before serving. Toss to coat and enjoy!

Recipe adapted from Making Thyme for Health.