BITTER GREEN SALAD WITH ROASTED PEARS

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Categories Salad Leafy Green Side Roast Pear Escarole Watercress Gourmet Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher

Yield Makes 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

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Ingredients

For salad
8 firm-ripe Bosc pears (4 lb), peeled, cored, and each cut lengthwise into 8 wedges
1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small head chicory
1 small head escarole
1 small head radicchio
1 bunch watercress, coarse stems discarded
1 bunch mizuna, coarse stems discarded
1 small head romaine
For dressing
1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot
2 1/2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

Roast pears and make salad:
Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 425°F.
Toss pears with oil and spread in 1 layer in a 17- by 12-inch shallow baking pan, then season with salt and pepper. Roast pears, stirring and turning over twice, until pears are tender and beginning to brown, 20 to 30 minutes, then cool about 15 minutes.
While pears are roasting and cooling, tear enough tender chicory and escarole leaves (discard ribs) into bite-size pieces to measure 6 cups total. Tear enough radicchio, watercress, mizuna, and romaine into bite-size pieces to measure 10 cups total. Toss torn greens in a large bowl and reserve remaining greens for another use.
Make dressing and toss salad:
Whisk together shallot, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper, then add oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified.
Just before serving, add roasted pears and dressing to greens and toss to combine well.

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Timothy Conley

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This salad was a bit too bitter for my taste, but I think that's just because I don't like arugula. Other than that, it was a well-made salad and I would recommend it to others.

Phathutshedzo Mudzhambi

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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a winner. It's a great way to use up leftover roasted pears and the combination of flavors is amazing.

Md Abutaleb

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This salad was easy to make and very tasty. I used a mix of arugula, spinach, and radicchio for the greens and it worked perfectly. The pears were a great addition and added a touch of sweetness to the dish.

Tamaco Ukadike

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I made this salad for a dinner party last night and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. I especially liked the way the roasted pears caramelized and added a touch of sweetness to the dish.

Melnyk

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This salad was absolutely delicious! The combination of the bitter greens, sweet pears, and crunchy walnuts was perfect. I also loved the addition of the blue cheese, which added a nice salty touch. I will definitely be making this salad again and ag

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