Candied Pecan and Cranberry Pear Holiday Salad

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This Candied Pecan and Cranberry Pear Salad is filled with tart cranberries, crisp pears, sugar candied pecans, and topped with a sweet honey vinaigrette. Delicious and beautiful for Christmas, Thanksgiving, holiday meals, or weeknight dinners!

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Directions: Candied Pecans – In a small skillet, melt butter and sugar together over medium heat and continue to stir until sugar melts- around 2 minutes. Add pecans and keep stirring for 1-2 more minutes until sauce begins to caramelize. Remove from pan and transfer pecans to a baking pan lined with parchment or wax paper. Allow to cool.

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Directions: Honey Vinaigrette Dressing – In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, onion, poppy seeds, paprika, salt, and pepper until fully combined. Set aside. Salad – Add the spring mix to a large bowl. Top with pears, cranberries, cheese, and candied pecans. Toss salad with dressing when ready to serve. Enjoy!

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