Pear Salad Topped with Candied Pecans, Goat Cheese, & a Fig Balsamic-Basil Olive Oil Vinaigrette
This Pear Salad topped with sweet Candied Pecans, creamy Goat Cheese, & drizzled with a flavorful Fig Balsamic-Basil Olive Oil Vinaigrette is rich in flavor and won’t disappoint in taste. It’s a super versatile and the ingredients can be changed to what you have on hand or whatever your taste preference is.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6-8
- Category: Salad
Ingredients
- Spring Salad Mix (We plan about 1 cup of salad/person so about 6-8 cups depending on how many you are feeding)
- 2-3 pears, peeled (optional), cored, & thinly sliced
- Chèvre with Honey (from Trader Joe’s…or use another goat cheese or cheese you prefer) for topping
- Candied Pecans for topping- (or candy them yourself using our simple recipe)
Balsamic Dressing Recipe:
- 1/3 cup Black Mission Fig Balsamic Vinegar (or regular if you are in a pinch)
- 1/2 cup Basil Infused Organic Olive Oil (or Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil)
- 1-2 tsp Organic Raw Honey…if possible!
- 1 tsp. Sea Salt
- 1/4-1/2 tsp. fresh black pepper
Blend dressing ingredients in your blender for a minute or two until well blended. Lightly pour over salad before serving. You can always add more if necessary, but who likes a soggy salad?! 🙂
Instructions
- Put proportioned about of spring mix on each plate. (optional: could serve family style as well in a big bowl)
- Top with sliced pears, candied pecans, and goat cheese
- Drizzle dressing on top and prepare to be amazed!
Notes
- Remember, this salad can be so versatile. So, change out the cheese or nuts to something that works for you!
Find it online: https://www.foodiegonehealthy.com/pear-salad/