ROASTED-PEAR AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD

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Roasted-Pear And Goat Cheese Salad image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon well-aged balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons sherry vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
Dash of fresh ground black pepper, plus more to taste
2 tablespoons pumpkinseed oil
1 tablespoon canola oil
4 ripe pears, peeled, cored and cut into quarters
Olive oil spray
1 pound mesclun, rinsed and dried
8 ounces fresh goat cheese
1/2 cup toasted pumpkinseeds
1 tablespoon pumpkinseed oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. To make the vinaigrette, combine the vinegars with the salt and pepper in a salad bowl. Slowly whisk in the pumpkinseed oil and then the canola oil. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste, and set aside.
  • Place pears in a roasting pan that has been lightly sprayed with oil. Lightly spray the pears, and roast for 40 minutes, or until golden and nearly soft. Remove from the oven, and allow to cool slightly.
  • To assemble the salad, place the pear quarters in the center of each of four plates. Toss the mesclun with the vinaigrette; then, add the goat cheese in small pinches and toss carefully. Surround the pears with the goat cheese salad. Sprinkle the toasted pumpkin seeds over the arrangement. Drizzle 1 tablespoon pumpkinseed oil over the pears, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 408, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 440 milligrams, Sugar 19 grams, TransFat 0 grams

khanya
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vitamins and minerals.


amur ali
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I'm allergic to walnuts. Can I use a different type of nut instead?


Nagham Abu Elsoiud
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I'm going to try making this salad with arugula instead of spinach.


Menna Emad
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This salad looks really healthy. I'm always looking for new ways to eat more fruits and vegetables.


Bagat Bazar
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I've never had goat cheese before. What does it taste like?


Sandile Mthembu
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I'm not a fan of pears, but this salad looks delicious.


Abdullahi Abukar
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I'm not sure about the combination of pears and goat cheese, but I'm willing to try it.


Tonye
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover roasted pears.


For Users Same
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I'm definitely going to make this salad for my next party.


Millie Clarke draper
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This salad looks amazing! I can't wait to try it.


mohammd parves1999
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Yum!


numsaq 1
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also great for potlucks and picnics.


Tameko
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I love how versatile this salad is. I've made it with different types of pears and cheeses and it's always delicious.


Carson Mace
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect combination of sweet, savory, and tangy.


Marlene Davies
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the way the flavors all come together.


Almass Alhelli
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I'm not a big fan of goat cheese, but I really enjoyed this salad. The pears and walnuts balanced out the flavor perfectly.


Wayela Hills
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! The roasted pears were especially tasty.


Rueh Flame
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique and flavorful combination of ingredients.


Patience Musoki
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This salad was absolutely delicious! The combination of roasted pears, goat cheese, and walnuts was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.