Tha' Pears Sprouted Salad

With Fall taking it’s precious time fully arriving, the cooling, yet still mild temps allow for a few more lighter meals from the summer- SALADS!

While my son considers them ‘mushy apples’ 😒, I, on the contrary admit to being a fan of the shapely pear!

Pears are a great source of fiber, full of antioxidants, are heart healthy and cholesterol lowering- aiding in weight loss. Pears are also known to help in the treatment of diverticulitis.

These juicy treats come in a wide variety of colors and skin textures and are delicious and comforting in tarts, cakes, and pies alike. But I get an extra kick of fiber when they top my ‘Pear Sprouted Salad’!

INGREDIENTS:

• 6 cups mixed salad greens

• Broccoli sprouts

• Vegan feta

• Dried cherries

• Dried figs, sliced

• Fresh pear, sliced

• *Onion straws, optional

DRESSING:

• 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder

• 1/4 tsp Abstract Rose Sea Salt

• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

THE PROCESS:

1. In a large salad bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Abstract Rose Sea Salt, and garlic powder until well combined.

2. Add to bowl: salad greens, sprouts, feta, and dried fruit. Toss well until well coated with dressing.

3. Top with sliced pears and crisp onion straws

4. Enjoy!