Pear & Walnut Salad

Mixed greens give a variety of tastes and textures, while sweet pear and rich, toasted walnuts round out the base of this salad, which is topped off with a sweet and savory dressing featuring apricot and mustard.
Cuisine Continental
Servings 6 servings
Calories 1246.88 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 667/1000 ounce(s) apricot nectar
  • 2 tablespoon(s) olive oil
  • 2 tablespoon(s) red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon(s) minced fresh mint
  • 1/8 teaspoon(s) salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon(s) ground mustard
  • 3 medium-large pears, peeled, halved, and cored
  • 12 cup(s) mixed salad greens
  • 3/4 cup(s) chopped walnuts, toasted

Instructions
 

  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first six ingredients; shake well.
  • Combine the pears and dressing in a large serving bowl.
  • Cover and refrigerate until chilled.
  • Just before serving, add greens to pear mixture; toss to coat.
  • Sprinkle with walnuts.
  • Ready in 10 min.

Nutrition

Calories: 1246.88kcalCarbohydrates: 123.72gProtein: 23.7gFat: 85.02gSaturated Fat: 9.24gSodium: 1358.56mgFiber: 31.19gSugar: 65.74g
Keyword Compound, Vegetables
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