Spinach Pear Salad with Mustard Vinaigrette

This fresh salad featuring fall pears is a welcome addition to any table. Save time by using pre-washed baby spinach leaves.

10 minutes Prep: 10 minutes Cook: 0 minutes

47 calories per serving view nutrition facts

Linda Litman

12 servings suggest servings

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Ingredients

2	each	pears	cored and thinly sliced
6	ounces	spinach	baby
3	tablespoons	water
2	tablespoons	balsamic vinegar
1	teaspoon	sugar
5	teaspoons	olive oil	extra-virgin
1 1/2	teaspoons	prepared mustard	grainy sone-ground
3/4	teaspoon	salt
1/2	teaspoon	black pepper	freshly ground coarse
1/4	cup	parmesan, parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated	shaved

Directions

Combine pear slices and spinach in a large bowl.

Whisk all remaining ingredients except the cheese in a small bowl.

Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with the cheese.

Yield: 12 servings Serving size: 2/3 cup salad and 1 teaspoon of cheese)

Calories: 52 (47% from fat); Fat: 2.7g (sat 0.7g); Protein: 1.7g; Carbs: 6.1g; Fiber: 1.4g; Cholesterol: 2mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 43g

Amount per Serving

Calories 47 49% of calories from fat

	% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3.0g	4%
Saturated Fat 1.0g	3%
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 2mg	1%
Sodium 189mg	8%
Total Carbohydrate 6.0g	2%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g	4%
Sugars 4.0g
Protein 1.0g	2%

Vitamin A	3%		Vitamin C	3%
Calcium	3%		Iron	1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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