CANDIED PECAN, PEAR, AND LEAFY GREEN SALAD
This is a salad I usually serve for special occasions.....Thanksgiving or Christmas. I usually make 2 batches of the pecans, because for some reason they get gobbled up and we need more. I didn't list cheese in the ingredient list, but we like to add some gorgonzola or feta cheese as well. If you add the cheese, you probably...
Provided by Lynette !
Categories Lettuce Salads
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Place the sugar in a small, heavy saucepan over medium-high heat; cook until the sugar dissolves, stirring gently as needed to dissolve the sugar evenly (about 1 minute). Continue cooking 1 minute or until golden (do not stir).
- 2. Remove from the heat; carefully stir in the nuts to coat evenly. Spread the nuts on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray; separate nuts quickly. Sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt. Set aside until cool. Break into small pieces.
- 3. Combine the vinegar and mustard, stirring with a whisk. Gradually add the oil, stirring constantly with a whisk. Stir in the capers.
- 4. Combine the lettuces and radicchio; top with the pear and candied walnuts. Drizzle the dressing evenly ove the salad, and sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 tsp salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
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Kevin Munts
[email protected]I'm allergic to nuts, so I substituted sunflower seeds for the pecans. It was still very good.
Muyingo Ronald
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover Thanksgiving turkey.
Nasser Sumalani
[email protected]I'm going to try making this salad with different types of fruit. I think it would be good with apples or grapes.
Farjana Liza
[email protected]This salad is very filling. I ate a small bowl and I was full for hours.
MD ASHRAFUL HAQUE
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of pears, but I really enjoyed this salad. The candied pecans and goat cheese balanced out the sweetness of the pears.
Ubong Etiebet
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Musical Life
[email protected]I'm definitely going to make this salad again. It's a great way to use up seasonal produce and it's also very healthy.
Nadir Ashna
[email protected]This salad is a great fall salad. The pears and pecans are in season and the flavors are perfect for the cooler weather.
Khanzada Moiz
[email protected]I added some grilled chicken to this salad and it was a great way to add some protein.
Christopher Higheagle
[email protected]I substituted feta cheese for the goat cheese and it was still very good.
Saleem Abbasi
[email protected]This salad is very easy to make. I had it ready in about 30 minutes.
Ghulam Qasim
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of salads, but this one was really good! The candied pecans added a nice touch of sweetness.
MD AZIJUL
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover pears. I had some pears that were starting to get a little soft, and this salad was the perfect way to use them up.
Ajector Styles
[email protected]I made this salad for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was.
Sagar Silwal
[email protected]This salad was absolutely delicious! The combination of sweet pears, crunchy pecans, and tangy leafy greens was perfect. I also loved the addition of the goat cheese and balsamic vinegar dressing. It really brought all the flavors together.