SPINACH PEAR SALAD WITH CHOCOLATE VINAIGRETTE

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Tangy from balsamic and mellowed with chocolate, the light vinaigrette stays well-blended. It would add an interesting twist to berries or watermelon, too. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ounce milk chocolate, chopped
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1 large pear, sliced
3 tablespoons dried cranberries
2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a microwave, melt chocolate; stir until smooth. Whisk in the vinegar, oil, honey, salt and pepper; set aside., Divide spinach among four salad plates. Top with pear, cranberries and almonds. Drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 185mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic exchanges

Mian Aizaz Shah
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This salad is perfect for a light and healthy lunch or dinner. I highly recommend it!


Revelation Bk
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate in salads, but this vinaigrette was surprisingly good. I'll definitely be using it again.


Makki chand
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This salad is very healthy and refreshing. I love the combination of spinach, pears, and walnuts.


Syed ali madni
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I didn't have any pears on hand, so I used apples instead. The salad was still very good.


Zohaib Raja
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This salad is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less chocolate in the vinaigrette.


Da Zraa Dard دہ زڑہ درد
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a favorite. The chocolate vinaigrette is the perfect finishing touch.


Clutchyfinger
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This salad is easy to make and very tasty. I love the sweet and savory flavors.


Rubecca Paes
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I made this salad for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Abenathîê Dlamini
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This salad was delicious! The combination of flavors was perfect, and the chocolate vinaigrette was a unique and tasty touch. I will definitely be making this again.