Manchego And Pear Salad With Sherry Vinaigrette
This Manchego and Pear Salad with Sherry Vinaigrette is a delightful combination of flavors that is perfect for a light and refreshing meal. The nutty taste of Manchego cheese pairs beautifully with the sweetness of ripe pears, all brought together with a tangy sherry vinaigrette.
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 ripe pear, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Manchego cheese, shaved
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, sherry vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, sliced pear, Manchego cheese, and walnuts.
- Drizzle the sherry vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Divide the salad among 4 plates and serve immediately.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 0 minutes
- Total time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking method
- No cooking required
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Protein
- 10g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Salad bowl Whisk
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Manchego and Pear Salad with Sherry Vinaigrette as a starter for a Spanish-inspired meal, or enjoy it as a light lunch on its own.
Tips & tricks
For added crunch, you can toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for a few minutes before adding them to the salad.
Cost
$12