Pear Salad

Ingredients

2 medium pears, chopped, not peeled (about 3 cups)

1 tablespoon lemon juice

10-12 ounces mixed salad greens (about 10 cups), torn

1 cup fresh raspberries, blueberries, or blackberries (optional)

1/4 cup chopped walnuts or almonds

1/4 cup reduced-fat raspberry salad dressing

Optional: 2 ounces blue or feta cheese, crumbled

Serves: 5

Instructions

In a large salad bowl, mix chopped pears with lemon juice to prevent browning.

Add salad greens and nuts.

Pour dressing over salad and toss.

Optional: Top with blue or feta cheese and a few fresh berries.

Nutrition Highlights

5 servings of fruits and vegetables

A good source of vitamin C, fiber, and magnesium