SPINACH SALAD WITH PEARS & CANDIED PECANS
A tasty combination of pears, blue cheese and spinach make this salad a standout. The sugared pecans add a nice crunch and a bit of sweetness. If you like poppy seeds, feel free to add some to the vinaigrette.-Tamara Stimpson, Zephyr, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small heavy skillet, melt butter. Add brown sugar; cook and stir over medium heat until dissolved. Add pecans; cook for 3-5 minutes or until toasted, stirring frequently. Spread onto foil to cool., In a small bowl, whisk the oil, sugar, lemon juice, onion and salt; set aside. Just before serving, in a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, pears, cheese and candied pecans. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 22g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 345mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
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Precy Bless
[email protected]I made this salad for dinner last night and my husband and I loved it. The dressing is so good, and the combination of spinach, pears, and pecans is perfect. I will definitely be making this salad again.
Hakim Raj
[email protected]This salad is delicious! I made it for a light lunch and it was perfect. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the combination of spinach, pears, and pecans is perfect. I will definitely be making this salad again.
Jojo Jolar
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. The dressing is so good, and the combination of spinach, pears, and pecans is perfect. I will definitely be making this salad again.
Dip Mollick
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and even just for myself for lunch. It's always a winner.
Goke Oshatoba
[email protected]I made this salad for dinner last night and my husband and I loved it. The dressing is so good, and the combination of spinach, pears, and pecans is perfect. I will definitely be making this salad again.
Ritika Rayamajhi
[email protected]This salad is delicious! I made it for a light lunch and it was perfect. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the combination of spinach, pears, and pecans is perfect. I will definitely be making this salad again.
Luke Marshall
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. The dressing is so good, and the combination of spinach, pears, and pecans is perfect. I will definitely be making this salad again.
Ana Ramos
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and even just for myself for lunch. It's always a winner.
Hiruna Magar
[email protected]I made this salad for dinner last night and my husband and I loved it. The dressing is so good, and the combination of spinach, pears, and pecans is perfect. I will definitely be making this salad again.
Alex Shannon
[email protected]This salad is delicious! I made it for a light lunch and it was perfect. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the combination of spinach, pears, and pecans is perfect. I will definitely be making this salad again.
Tochi Agube
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. The dressing is so good, and the combination of spinach, pears, and pecans is perfect. I will definitely be making this salad again.
Ghafoor Rahman
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and even just for myself for lunch. It's always a winner.
Cheyenne patton
[email protected]I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The dressing was also a big hit, and I was asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this salad again.
Leela Poudel
[email protected]This salad is delicious! I made it for dinner last night and my husband and I loved it. The dressing is so good, and the combination of spinach, pears, and pecans is perfect. I will definitely be making this salad again.
Asifa Soduzaii
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit. The dressing is so good, and the combination of spinach, pears, and pecans is perfect. I've made this salad for parties, potlucks, and even just for myself for lunch. It's always a winner
Rupak Dhungel
[email protected]This salad was delicious! I made it for a light lunch and it was perfect. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the combination of spinach, pears, and pecans was perfect. I will definitely be making this salad again.
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[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The dressing was also a big hit, and I was asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this salad again.
Doulat Ahmed
[email protected]This salad was a huge hit with my family! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect, the dressing was light and refreshing, and the candied pecans added a nice touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again!