Crunchy Pear and Celery Salad |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Great salads don't have to be just a summer thing and this one seems perfect for fall and winter. The cheddar cheese and pecan pieces, along with giving you some calcium and protein, complement the pear and celery flavors nicely. (Or you can try parmesan cheese and toasted walnuts for an Italian twist. Ingredients:
4 stalks celery, trimmed and cut in half crosswise |
2 tablespoons cider vinegar or 2 tablespoons pear vinegar or 2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar or 2 tablespoons other fruit vinegar |
2 tablespoons honey |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
2 ripe pears, preferably red bartlett, diced |
1 cup finely diced white cheddar cheese |
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted in a skillet over low-medium heat for 2-4 minutes |
fresh ground pepper |
6 large lettuce leaves, use more if chopping |
Directions:
1. Soak celery in a bowl of ice water for 15 minutes. Drain and pat dry. Cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
2. Whisk vinegar, honey, and salt in a large bowl until blended.
3. Add pears; gently stir to coat.
4. Add the celery, cheese, and pecans; stir to combine. Season with pepper.
5. Divide the lettuce leaves among six plates and top with a portion of salad. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
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