Pear and Greens Salad with Maple Vinaigrette

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
3%
Pear and Greens Salad with Maple Vinaigrette
15 min.
6
241kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Pear and Greens Salad with Maple Vinaigrette! This vibrant salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfectly suited for any occasion, whether as a refreshing side dish, a light starter, or a healthy snack, this salad is sure to impress your guests and family alike.

Imagine the crispness of fresh mixed greens paired with the sweet, juicy wedges of ripe pears, creating a harmonious balance that is both satisfying and nutritious. The addition of crunchy pecans adds a delightful texture, while the organic sweetened dried cranberries provide a burst of sweetness that complements the dish beautifully. And let’s not forget the star of the show—the maple vinaigrette! This luscious dressing, made with real maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, and a hint of Dijon mustard, brings everything together with its rich, tangy flavor.

Not only is this salad vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but it also comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. With only 241 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying a healthy and delicious meal. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a salad that is as nourishing as it is delightful!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup maple syrup organic maple-flavored
  • tablespoons balsamic vinegar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  • 0.3 cup cashew pieces 
  • cups the salad mixed
  • medium pears peeled cut into wedges
  • 0.3 cup cranberries dried sweetened organic

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • microwave
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. In small bowl, mix all vinaigrette ingredients except oil with wire whisk. Beat in oil until blended.
  2. Place pecans in 1-cup glass measuring cup. Microwave on High 2 minutes to 2 minutes 30 seconds, stirring every 30 seconds, until browned.
  3. Divide salad greens among 6 serving plates. Arrange pear wedges on greens; sprinkle with pecans and cranberries.
  4. Drizzle vinaigrette over salads.

Nutrition Facts

Calories241kcal
Protein3.71%
Fat44.25%
Carbs52.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.41
Glycemic Load
8.21
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
8.4578261841898%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.87mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.24mg
Epigallocatechin
0.53mg
Epicatechin
3.35mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.15mg
Isorhamnetin
0.27mg
Myricetin
0.16mg
Quercetin
1.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:241.31kcal
12.07%
Fat:12.48g
19.2%
Saturated Fat:1.98g
12.35%
Carbohydrates:33.01g
11%
Net Carbohydrates:29.62g
10.77%
Sugar:22.83g
25.37%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:119.88mg
5.21%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.36g
4.71%
Manganese:0.59mg
29.29%
Vitamin K:23.72µg
22.59%
Vitamin C:16.25mg
19.7%
Fiber:3.39g
13.57%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.33%
Copper:0.26mg
13.2%
Vitamin A:628.87IU
12.58%
Magnesium:37.1mg
9.27%
Potassium:283.49mg
8.1%
Phosphorus:76.11mg
7.61%
Vitamin E:1.06mg
7.05%
Folate:27.8µg
6.95%
Iron:1.07mg
5.95%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.07%
Zinc:0.72mg
4.83%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.51%
Calcium:34.96mg
3.5%
Vitamin B3:0.56mg
2.82%
Selenium:1.91µg
2.74%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.87%