How to Make Pear-Fig Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to salads, the combination of sweet and savory flavors is always a hit. And one of the best ways to achieve this delightful balance is by incorporating seasonal fruits into your salad. This Pear-Fig Salad recipe is a perfect example of how fruits can completely transform a simple salad into a flavor-packed and refreshing dish.

With the sweetness of ripe pears and the rich, earthy flavor of fresh figs, this salad is a celebration of the bountiful autumn harvest. Not only ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups torn romaine lettuce
  • 6 fresh figs, quartered
  • 1 large ripe but firm pear, peeled and thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup toasted pecans, chopped
  • ¼ cup shredded Gruyere cheese
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Combine romaine lettuce, figs, pear, pecans, Gruyere cheese, and onion in a large bowl. Drizzle evenly with olive oil and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Toss lightly and serve.
  • Nutrition

    275 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 9mg
    • Sodium: 73mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 20g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 131mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 340mg