Pear & Pecan Salad
Pear & Pecan Salad
Makes: 6-8 servings
- 2 oz. blue cheese, such as Roquefort or Gorgonzola, or herb goat cheese
- 1/3 cup buttermilk or light cream
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 Tbsp. red-wine vinegar
- 1/4 tsp. each salt and black pepper
- 8 cups mixed salad greens
- 4 medium pears
- 2/3 cup Sunnyland Small Pecan Pieces, lightly toasted
Directions:
- In a bowl, using a fork, mash cheese and buttermilk to make a smooth paste. Whisk in oil, vinegar, salt and pepper until creamy.
- Divide salad greens among individual salad plates. Peel pears, if desired; cut into quarters and remove cores. Cut into thin lengthwise slices. Arrange over salad greens. Drizzle with dressing and sprinkle with pecans.
- Serve immediately.
Products Used
Serve this bright and refreshing salad with two southern classics, pears and Georgia pecans. For best results use Sunnyland's Small Pecan Pieces.
Recipe Picture from cheeseyesplease.com
Tags: Soups & Salads, Pecan Recipes