CASHEW-PEAR TOSSED SALAD

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A friend who does a lot of catering fixed this salad for our staff Christmas party several years ago, and we all asked for the recipe. The unexpected sweet-salty mix and lovely dressing make it a hit with everyone. -Arlene Muller, Kingwood, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 bunch romaine, torn
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1 cup salted cashews
1 medium pear, thinly sliced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
POPPY SEED VINAIGRETTE:
2/3 cup olive oil
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup lemon juice
2 to 3 teaspoons poppy seeds
2 teaspoons finely chopped red onion
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, cheese, cashews, pear and cranberries. In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 17g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 171mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Aziza Daiouich
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I made this salad for my family and they loved it! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Alaine Mobley
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This salad was just okay. I thought the flavors were a bit too sweet and the dressing was too heavy.


Mubashir Jutt
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The dressing is so flavorful and the pears and cashews add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.


Janita Viljoen
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This salad is perfect for a light and healthy lunch. The pears and cashews add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.


Desiree Marrufo
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The salad was easy to make and the ingredients were easy to find. I liked the combination of pears and cashews, but I thought the dressing was a bit bland.


Monsur ali Monsur ali
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors. I will definitely be making this again.


The Welsh Righz Project
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This salad was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with a more savory dressing.


Marie Coupe
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The salad was light and refreshing, and the dressing was tangy and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Supianti Bt
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Wow! This salad is amazing! The flavors and textures all come together perfectly. I love the contrast between the sweet pears and the salty goat cheese.


Mologadi Elizabeth
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! The combination of sweet pears, crunchy cashews, and creamy goat cheese was divine. I added a bit of honey to the dressing to give it a touch of sweetness. Definitely a keeper!