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Autumn salad with maple dressing in a large white bowl.

Autumn Salad with Pears and Goat Cheese

Studded with juicy pears and grapes, crunchy pecans, and creamy goat cheese this Autumn Salad is perfect for a light dinner, side dish, or Thanksgiving gathering.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 720kcal

Ingredients
 

For the salad:

  • 16 oz mixed greens
  • 1 cup whole pecans
  • 2 red anjou pears (sliced)
  • 1 ½ cups red grapes (halved)
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion (optional)
  • 4 ounces crumbled goat cheese

For the maple vinaigrette:

  • 1 tablespoon real maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  • Place the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat. Toast until pecans are browned and fragrant, tossing occasionally, about 5 minutes.
  • In a bowl, toss together the greens, roasted pecans, pears, grapes, cranberries, onion, and goat cheese.
  • Add all of the ingredients for the vinaigrette into a container with a tight fitting lid. Shake vigorously until the oil and vinegar are combined. Taste, then season with salt and pepper as needed.
  • Pour half the vinaigrette into the greens and toss. Add additional vinaigrette to your preference and serve.

Notes

  • The dressing can be prepared up to a week in advance and stored in the fridge. Give it a good shake before serving.
Course Salads
Cuisine American
Keyword autumn salad, fall salad, salad with pears and goat cheese

Nutrition

Calories: 720kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 52g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 31g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 184mg | Potassium: 580mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 47g | Vitamin A: 1657IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 103mg | Iron: 3mg
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