Monday 21 March 2016

Pear and Walnut Salad

When I'm making any salad I try to get as much flavour in as possible.

This salad is simple, healthy, tasty and keeps the hunger satisfied. 

Walnuts can go off quickly due to their high level of omega oils. The best idea is to store them in an air tight container away from any heat and light. You can even freeze walnuts or leave them in the fridge. If you are lucky enough to get them whole, you can crack them yourself and eat fresh from the shell.




Pear and Walnut Salad

Serve 1

2 cups baby spinach
1 pear sliced
4-5 cherry tomatoes
1 rasher bacon
1/4 C walnuts 

Vinaigrette
5T olive oil
1 clove garlic - crushed
2T balsamic vinegar
1t Dijon mustard
salt and pepper to taste


Prepare vinaigrette by whisking vinegar, garlic and mustard in a small bowl. Slowly whisk in oil. Season with salt and pepper

Grill bacon for 2-3 minutes each side. 

Slice pear, tomatoes and bacon.

Toss all ingredients into a bowl and mix vinaigrette through.

Serve immediately