PEAR AND SPINACH SALAD WITH PARMESAN VINAIGRETTE

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Pear and Spinach Salad with Parmesan Vinaigrette image

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 small clove garlic, finely chopped or grated on a microplane zester (about 1 teaspoon)
1 large bunch or bag spinach
1 head butter or red lettuce
1 small bulb fennel
1 Bosc or Green Anjou USA Pear
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Extra parmesan cheese chunk for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and salt. Grate garlic clove into mixture and set aside.
  • Wash and dry spinach and lettuce leaves. Tear into bite-sized pieces and put in a serving bowl. Cut fennel bulb in half and slice lengthwise as thinly as possible. Cut the pear in half and core. Thinly slice.
  • Slowly pour olive oil into balsamic-lemon mixture, whisking constantly until the oil is fully incorporated. Add Parmesan cheese and several grinds of black pepper. Drizzle desired quantity of vinaigrette over greens and toss lightly to coat. Add the pears and fennel with additional dressing and toss again to incorporate.
  • Use a vegetable peeler to add thin curls of parmesan cheese for garnish if desired.

Samuel kajimu
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This salad is a must-try for anyone who loves pears and spinach.


HADEEQA KHAN
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I'm a big fan of salads, and this one is one of my favorites. It's always a hit at potlucks and parties.


Hamid Sahzad
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I often make it on the weekend and then eat it for lunch throughout the week.


Syed jaffar Abbas Kazmi
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the pears and the dressing.


Mr Ali Baig
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I love the dressing on this salad. It's so flavorful and tangy.


Umar mansur Muhammad
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's perfect for a summer lunch or dinner.


Kayla Fenton
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes, and this one is a winner. It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Abdulrahman altairi
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover spinach. I always have spinach in my fridge, so this is a great recipe to have on hand.


Shakeel Bugti
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The pears and spinach are a great match.


Favour Francisca
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This salad is so delicious and healthy. I feel good about eating it.


Rick “TTone” Turner
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I'm not usually a fan of pears in salads, but this recipe changed my mind. The pears and spinach go together perfectly.


Robyn Perry
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This salad is a keeper! It's going to be a regular in my meal rotation.


Admhjtwu Jadmgptw
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was perfect. It's light and refreshing, and the dressing is amazing.


Lavail Rose
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of fiber and protein.


Larry Provins
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I love how versatile this salad is. You can add or subtract ingredients to suit your own taste. I like to add a handful of chopped walnuts for extra crunch.


Bilal Ahmad Baloch
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This salad is so easy to make, yet it's so delicious and elegant. I served it at a dinner party last night and everyone raved about it.


Kahsu Mahre
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I've never been a huge fan of salads, but this one changed my mind. The combination of pears, spinach, and parmesan is simply divine. I'll definitely be making this again!


mirian ejide
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This salad was a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The pears added a touch of sweetness, while the spinach provided a nice crunch. The parmesan vinaigrette was the perfect finishing touch, adding a savory and tangy flavor.