CANDIED PECAN AND PEAR SALAD

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Spiced nuts and mellow pears bring a nice crunch to this salad. You'll love the white cheddar and tangy vinaigrette, too.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 14 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup chopped pecans
SALAD:
8 cups torn Boston lettuce
2 medium pears, thinly sliced
2 ounces white cheddar cheese, cubed
DRESSING:
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients; add pecans and toss to coat. Spread in a single layer in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. , Bake at 325° for 15 minutes or until well glazed, stirring once. Spread on foil to cool; break into pieces., Just before serving, combine the lettuce, pears and cheese in a large salad bowl. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with candied pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 164mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Shammah International limited
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This salad is a waste of time and money. Don't bother making it.


Ahmed Badawi
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone. It's a lot of work and the end result is not worth it.


Qurban ali Qurban ali
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This recipe is not for beginners. It's a bit too complicated and there are too many steps involved.


Atiya Sultana
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my salad turned out really bland. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what happened.


Sharjeel Nawaz
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This salad is a waste of time and money. Don't bother making it.


Ahmad Kakozai
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I would not recommend this recipe. It was a lot of work and the end result was not worth it.


Faruk You Tube
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Overall, I thought this salad was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it didn't wow me either.


Mercy Emmanuel
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The pears in my salad were a bit too firm. I would recommend letting them ripen a bit more before using them.


Zander finklea
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I found that the dressing was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less honey or maple syrup.


King Moyo
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This salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's a really special dish.


Poh Chie
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I've made this salad with different types of cheese and nuts, and it's always delicious. It's a really versatile recipe.


Wisdom Obiojogwu
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit! It's easy to transport and holds up well.


Willem Meintjes
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover pears.


Siphiwe Tash
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I wasn't sure about the combination of pears and pecans at first, but I was pleasantly surprised at how well they went together.


Tanveer Jaan
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The pears are sweet and juicy, the pecans are crunchy and nutty, and the goat cheese adds a tangy creaminess.


Bokamoso Sereisho
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also really easy to make, which is a bonus.


Dilsher Sani
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I've made this salad a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The dressing is so flavorful and the pecans add a nice crunch.


CLOUD FIEND
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This salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of sweet pears, crunchy pecans, and tangy goat cheese is divine.