Candied Cashew and Pear Salad

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This easy and tasty salad is great for a meal or a side with a snappy and sweet taste.

Submitted by Gloria Dempsey
Updated on February 25, 2022
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 30 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 cup white sugar

  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

  • 2 ½ cups cashews

  • 2 cups frozen raspberries, thawed

  • ½ cup red wine vinegar

  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil

  • 3 chopped hearts of romaine

  • 1 (10 ounce) bag fresh baby spinach

  • 3 pears, cored and diced

  • ½ cup dried cherries

  • 1 cup feta cheese

Directions

  1. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place the sugar and cinnamon into a saucepan. Melt the sugar over medium heat without stirring. Add the cashews, and stir until well coated, then spread out onto the prepared baking sheet to cool to room temperature.

  2. Puree the raspberries, vinegar, and olive oil until smooth; set aside. Toss together the romaine, spinach, pears, cherries, and feta cheese in a large bowl. Toss with half of the raspberry dressing, and sprinkle with candied cashews. Serve with remaining dressing on the side.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

949 Calories
55g Fat
105g Carbs
19g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 949
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 55g 70%
Saturated Fat 14g 71%
Cholesterol 37mg 12%
Sodium 883mg 38%
Total Carbohydrate 105g 38%
Dietary Fiber 13g 48%
Total Sugars 71g
Protein 19g 38%
Vitamin C 55mg 61%
Calcium 363mg 28%
Iron 7mg 38%
Potassium 1086mg 23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.