09/22/2026
Pear Spinach Salad with Pecans, Dried Cranberries, Feta, Pomegranate, and Maple-Lemon Dijon Mustard Dressing
Ingredients:
For the Salad:
6 cups fresh spinach, washed and dried
2 ripe pears (such as Anjou or Bartlett), cored and thinly sliced
½ cup pecans, roughly chopped
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
½ cup pomegranate seeds
For the Maple-Lemon Dijon Mustard Dressing:
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Pinch of salt
Pinch of black pepper
Instructions:
Prepare Salad Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, combine the fresh spinach, thinly sliced pears, chopped pecans, dried cranberries, and crumbled feta cheese. Sprinkle the pomegranate seeds over the top.
Make Maple-Lemon Dijon Mustard Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard until well combined. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper to taste.
Dress the Salad: Just before serving, pour the maple-lemon Dijon mustard dressing over the salad.
Toss Gently: Gently toss all the ingredients together until the spinach and fruit are lightly coated with the dressing.
Serve: Serve the Pear Spinach Salad immediately and enjoy its delightful combination of sweet and tangy flavors, creamy cheese, and crunchy nuts and seeds.
This salad is a fantastic balance of textures and tastes, perfect for a light lunch or an elegant side dish.