Friday, March 1, 2013

pear and walnut salad with apricot vinaigrette

This salad is a fun mix of flavors and super easy to make! Enjoy!







Pear and Walnut Salad with Apricot Vinaigrette

For the dressing:
2/3 cup apricot nectar
2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 Tbsp olive oil 
1 1/2 tsp minced fresh ginger
6-7 medium sized mint leaves, chopped
pinch of salt

Using an immersion blender, mix until well combined.

For the salad:
1 bag or about 6 cups of spring mix or arugula
2 pears, sliced
1 1/2 cups chopped walnuts

Toss with dressing and serve. (Makes about 6 servings)

Tip: Play around with it! Adding dried apricots or craisins might be super good too :)

xo Heather

2 comments:

  1. this looks delicious! can't wait to give it a try.

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  2. so in love with your blog, heather ;) & everything on your etsy site- you have a new customer! thank you so much for sharing... have a great week!

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