CANDIED PECAN, PEAR, AND LEAFY GREEN SALAD
This is a salad I usually serve for special occasions.....Thanksgiving or Christmas. I usually make 2 batches of the pecans, because for some reason they get gobbled up and we need more. I didn't list cheese in the ingredient list, but we like to add some gorgonzola or feta cheese as well. If you add the cheese, you probably...
Provided by Lynette !
Categories Lettuce Salads
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Place the sugar in a small, heavy saucepan over medium-high heat; cook until the sugar dissolves, stirring gently as needed to dissolve the sugar evenly (about 1 minute). Continue cooking 1 minute or until golden (do not stir).
- 2. Remove from the heat; carefully stir in the nuts to coat evenly. Spread the nuts on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray; separate nuts quickly. Sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt. Set aside until cool. Break into small pieces.
- 3. Combine the vinegar and mustard, stirring with a whisk. Gradually add the oil, stirring constantly with a whisk. Stir in the capers.
- 4. Combine the lettuces and radicchio; top with the pear and candied walnuts. Drizzle the dressing evenly ove the salad, and sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 tsp salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
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Atugonza Bridget
[email protected]Overall, I thought this salad was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.
Glow Moon
[email protected]I found this salad to be a bit bland. I would recommend adding more spices or herbs to the dressing.
Judith Norzelin
[email protected]The pears in my salad were not very ripe and they were a bit too tart. I would recommend using ripe pears.
Sarafadeen Ridwan
[email protected]This salad is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar in the dressing.
Angela D McCain
[email protected]I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get my kids to eat their veggies.
Rick Fansler
[email protected]This salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I like to add a bit of avocado or goat cheese.
David jeanlouis
[email protected]I added a bit of crumbled bacon to my salad and it was amazing! It added a nice smoky flavor.
Francheska Alers
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover turkey or chicken. It's also a great option for a light and healthy lunch.
Bode Rasmussen
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of pears, but I loved them in this salad. They were perfectly sweet and juicy.
Brayden Hicks
[email protected]I love the way the pears and pecans add sweetness to the salad. It's a great balance to the bitterness of the leafy greens.
Casey Stewart
[email protected]This is my new favorite salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Seni Easyboy
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the beautiful presentation.
Robert Shea
[email protected]This salad is absolutely delightful! The combination of sweet and savory flavors is perfect, and the textures are all so complementary. I especially love the crunch of the candied pecans and the bitterness of the leafy greens.