SPINACH AND PEAR SALAD WITH ROSEMARY VINAIGRETTE

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Categories     Salad     Fruit     Leafy Green     Low Fat     Quick & Easy     Vinegar     Pear     Rosemary     Pecan     Spinach     Winter     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons vegetable broth
1 1/2 tablespoons minced shallots
2 teaspoons white miso (fermented soybean paste)*
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
4 cups (packed) fresh baby spinach leaves (from one 6-ounce bag)
4 teaspoons coarsely chopped toasted pecans
2 ripe pears, unpeeled, cored, thinly sliced
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • Process first 5 ingredients in blender until smooth. Pour into small bowl. Mix in herbs. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Toss spinach and pecans in large bowl with enough dressing to coat. Divide among 4 plates. Top with sliced pears and sprinkle with cheese.
  • *Available at Japanese markets and natural foods stores, and in the Asian foods section of some supermarkets.

Poussy Fouad
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful.


Charles Hardman
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This salad is a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your diet.


Paul Lazar
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I'm not usually a fan of salads, but this one is delicious. The pears and walnuts add a nice sweetness and crunch.


Ram Magar
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken or fish.


Usman mian
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few ingredients, but the flavors are amazing.


Martin Maleka
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of fiber and protein.


Autumn Freeman
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I was a bit skeptical about the combination of spinach and pears, but I was pleasantly surprised. This salad is delicious and I will definitely be making it again.


Tosiqueali tahir
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love the way the flavors come together.


Asingura Rodeth
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great way to use up leftover spinach and pears.


Mark Kennington
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Yum! This salad is delicious and healthy. I love the combination of spinach, pears, and walnuts.


happiness sibanda
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was so refreshing and flavorful. The pears added a nice sweetness to the salad and the rosemary vinaigrette was the perfect finishing touch.


Tariq yaseen Yaseen
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This salad was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of spinach, pears, and rosemary vinaigrette was unique and delicious. I also appreciated that the recipe was easy to follow and didn't require any special ingredients.