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

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.

Kedikile Mabote
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This is my new favorite salad! The roasted pears are amazing and the dressing is perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Precious Dappa
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I thought this salad was just okay. The roasted pears were a bit too sweet for my taste and the dressing was a bit too tangy.


Joy Sharma
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover roasted pears. The bitter greens add a nice touch of bitterness and the dressing is light and flavorful. I would definitely make this again!


Jax Padilla
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I was disappointed with this salad. The roasted pears were mushy and the dressing was too salty.


Evie mai Parton
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I've been making this salad for years and it's always a favorite. It's a great way to showcase seasonal produce and the dressing is always a hit. I highly recommend this recipe!


Rdx Hd
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I thought this salad was just okay. The dressing was a bit too tangy for my taste and the roasted pears were a bit too soft.


Morenikeji Toyosi
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover bitter greens. The roasted pears add a nice touch of sweetness and the dressing is light and flavorful. I would definitely make this again!


Fanza Rawan Rayan
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This salad was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a matter of personal preference. I would recommend using less honey in the dressing if you don't like things too sweet.


Amina Ahmed
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this salad, but I was pleasantly surprised. The roasted pears were a great addition and the dressing was light and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!


The Hierophant 813
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I made this salad for a party and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making this again.


Rizwan Bhatti
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I thought this salad was just okay. The dressing was a bit bland and the roasted pears didn't add much flavor.


Xanunu Haiba
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover bitter greens and the roasted pears are a delicious addition. I highly recommend this recipe!


Trending Tv 1M
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This salad was a bit too bitter for my taste, but I think that's just a matter of personal preference. The roasted pears were delicious, though.


Thierovine Senga
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I was a bit hesitant to try this salad because I'm not a big fan of bitter greens, but I was pleasantly surprised. The dressing was light and flavorful and the roasted pears balanced out the bitterness of the greens perfectly.


MD junaeid khan Rajseikh
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My family loved this salad! The roasted pears were a hit and the bitter greens added a nice touch of sophistication. I will definitely be making this again.


Unuata paulet
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I found the dressing to be a bit too sweet for my taste, but otherwise this salad was delicious.


Ogechi Nwagbo
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I was pleasantly surprised by how well the roasted pears paired with the bitter greens. It was a unique and refreshing salad that I will definitely be making again.


Sornali Akther
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This salad was a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The roasted pears added a wonderful sweetness and the bitter greens gave it a nice balance. I would definitely make this again!