PEAR, ENDIVE AND WATERCRESS SALAD

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Categories     Salad     Vegetarian     Goat Cheese     Pear     Winter     Endive     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 ounces soft fresh goat cheese (such as Montrachet)
3/4 cup fresh breadcrumbs from sourdough bread (about 2 ounces)
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1 large garlic clove
1 tablespoon chopped shallot
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 cup walnut oil or olive oil
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 pears, cored, thinly sliced
4 heads Belgian endive, thinly sliced
2 bunches watercress, trimmed
2 cups walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Slice goat cheese into 6 equal portions; form each into ball. Flatten cheese balls into 2-inch-diameter rounds. Place breadcrumbs in shallow dish. Coat cheese rounds completely with breadcrumbs. Cover and chill at least 1 hour.
  • Mix vinegar, garlic clove, shallot and Dijon mustard in blender. With machine running, gradually add walnut oil. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. Set dressing aside.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add cheese rounds to skillet and sauté until golden, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer cheese rounds to paper towels; let drain completely.
  • Toss pears, endive and watercress in large bowl with enough dressing to coat. Divide salad among 6 plates. Sprinkle walnuts over salads. Place 1 goat cheese round in center of each salad and serve.

Kay
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This salad looks like it would be a great addition to my next barbecue.


Amboy Gwapohon
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I'm not sure if I have all of the ingredients for this salad. I'll have to check my pantry.


Marykaye Esquibel
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This salad looks really healthy. I'm going to try it for lunch tomorrow.


Summer Pranks
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I'm allergic to pears. Is there anything I can substitute them with?


rasheed ali
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I'm not a big fan of pears, but I'm willing to try this salad. It looks so refreshing.


Sandra W
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This salad sounds delicious. I think I'll make it for my next dinner party.


sahin hp
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes. This one looks like a keeper.


Geesis Varela
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This salad looks amazing! I can't wait to try it.


Shamshad Fatima
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my salad turned out really watery. I think I might have used too much dressing.


Azan Ail
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The salad was easy to make, but the dressing was a bit bland. I added some extra lemon juice and salt, and it was much better.


Ruby Akonnor
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This salad is a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try it with a different dressing next time.


Simpson Nicolas
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The pears are sweet, the endive is bitter, and the watercress is peppery. It all comes together perfectly.


Celia C.
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Jamir Adamz
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover pears. It's also a healthy and refreshing side dish.


Noluthando Nxumalo
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I'm not a big fan of pears, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is what really makes it.


Keneilwe Kgoedi
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of pears, endive, and watercress.


Alex Gallardo
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


BARAKADEN 1
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! My family loved it.


Mahfuzur Rahman Pritam
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This salad was a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The pears added a touch of sweetness, while the endive and watercress provided a nice crunch. The dressing was light and tangy, and perfectly complemented the salad.