CANDIED PECAN AND PEAR SALAD

Candied Pecan and Pear Salad image

Spiced nuts and mellow pears bring a nice crunch to this salad. You'll love the white cheddar and tangy vinaigrette, too.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 14 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup chopped pecans
SALAD:
8 cups torn Boston lettuce
2 medium pears, thinly sliced
2 ounces white cheddar cheese, cubed
DRESSING:
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients; add pecans and toss to coat. Spread in a single layer in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. , Bake at 325° for 15 minutes or until well glazed, stirring once. Spread on foil to cool; break into pieces., Just before serving, combine the lettuce, pears and cheese in a large salad bowl. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with candied pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 164mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.