Mixed Greens with Pears, Cranberries, and Goat Cheese

Name: Mixed Greens with Pears, Cranberries, and Goat Cheese
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 to 6 ounces mixed baby greens (mesclun), or more as desired; 2 firm pears (preferably Bosc), cored and diced; 1/4 cup dried cranberries; 4 ounces crumbled goat cheese; Natural low-fat balsamic vinaigrette or raspberry vinaigrette dressing to taste

December 9, 2011

I’m not one to eat pears out of hand, but I like them—slightly underripe—in salads. Contrasted with the pleasant bite of goat cheese and the sweetness of dried cranberries, this salad is a party for the palate.

Recipe information

Yield
4 servings

Ingredients

4 to 6 ounces mixed baby greens (mesclun), or more as desired

2 firm pears (preferably Bosc), cored and diced

1/4 cup dried cranberries

4 ounces crumbled goat cheese

Natural low-fat balsamic vinaigrette or raspberry vinaigrette dressing to taste

Preparation

Step 1
Combine the ingredients in a serving bowl, toss well, and serve.
nutrition information
Step 2
Calories: 168
Step 3
Total Fat: 8g
Step 4
Protein: 5g
Step 5
Carbohydrate: 17g
Step 6
Cholesterol: 25mg
Step 7
Sodium: 452mg

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nutrition information

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