Pear Salad Recipe

This easy pear salad recipe is a family favorite, inspired by Mom's weekly creation! It's bursting with fresh flavors and requires no precise measurements – perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a light lunch. The combination of crisp pears, creamy mayonnaise, and sharp cheese is unbelievably delicious. Get ready to enjoy this simple yet satisfying salad!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 324.9 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pear Salad

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How to Make Pear Salad

  1. Wash and dry 4 cups of mixed lettuce (such as romaine, butter lettuce, or spring mix). Divide evenly among 2-4 salad bowls.
  2. Peel and slice 2 ripe but firm pears into halves. Arrange 1-2 pear halves on top of the lettuce in each bowl.
  3. Dollop 1-2 tablespoons of mayonnaise (depending on your preference) onto each pear half.
  4. Sprinkle 1-2 tablespoons of shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese) over the mayonnaise and pears.
  5. Top each salad with 2-3 fresh cherries, pitted.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

105g

Fat

3g

Carbs

24g