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Pear Walnut Kale Salad with Balsamic Dressing

Delicious Pear Walnut Kale Salad with Balsamic Dressing Recipe

Enjoy a fresh Pear Walnut Kale Salad with Balsamic Dressing, a vibrant dish full of flavors and textures.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups fresh kale, chopped
  • 2 ripe pears, sliced
  • 1 cup walnuts, toasted
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

  1. Wash and dry the kale thoroughly. Remove tough stems and tear leaves into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Slice the pears into thin wedges.
  3. In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast walnuts until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
  5. In a large bowl, combine kale, sliced pears, and toasted walnuts. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
  6. Serve immediately or let sit for up to one hour to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 5gFat: 18g

Notes

For added flavor, consider adding crumbled feta or blue cheese. The salad can also be customized with dried cranberries or roasted chicken.

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