Perfect Salad with Goat Cheese, Pears, Candied Pecans and Maple-Balsamic Dressing

An incredibly delicious, yet really easy salad recipe! We call it “Thanksgiving Salad,” since it’s absolutely perfect for Thanksgiving and the holidays.

But it’s truly quick enough for busy-night family dinners, any day!

- mixed gourmet/spring greens - pear - pecans - cherries - cheese - balsamic vinegar - olive oil

Place greens in a large serving bowl (or divide among individual salad plates).

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Sprinkle pears, pecans, cherries, and goat cheese over top of greens.

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For dressing, whisk together balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, olive oil, mustard, and salt until emulsified.

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Dress salad just before serving, or pass the dressing at the table.

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Feel free to tweak the exact proportions to suit your family's tastes.

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Swipe up for full recipe!

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