Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 bunches fresh basil (leaves only)
  • 3 pears (cored & sliced or 1 mango)
  • 1/3 c walnuts (toasted or candied)
  • 1 oz fresh honey goat cheese (crumbled with your hands)
  • 2 sprigs purple basil (optional)
  • 1 tsp lemon zest (organic)
  • 1 juiced lemon (+ more to taste)
  • 3 tbsp raw organic honey (+ more to taste)
  • 1 pinch sea salt
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Instruction

  • Gently toss together all the basil leaves and pears in a large bowl.
  • In a separate bowl whisk together the salad dressing ingredients, honey, olive oil and lemon juice until smooth and combined well.
  • Adjust seasonings to your taste with the sea salt and red pepper flakes. Taste and adjust until happy.
  • Pour the dressing over the basil and pears and gently toss to coat just before serving.
  • Sprinkle the candied walnuts over the salad and serve with the chunks of goat cheese over the top.