MANDARIN ORANGE AND PEAR SALAD WITH TOASTED PECAN VINAIGRETTE

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Found this recipe in a Paula Deen magazine and looks pretty and sounds good. Can't wait to try it out.

Provided by Bonnie G 2

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

10 cups mixed baby greens
6 mandarin oranges, peeled and segmented
2 pears, cored and cut into 1/4 inch thick slices
1/2 red onion, small and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 cup pecans, toasted and chopped

Steps:

  • In large bowl, combine lettuces, oranges, pears and red onion.
  • For Dressing:.
  • In a medium bowl, combine dijon and honey. Slowly add olive oil, whisking to combine. Slowly add vinegar, whisking to combine. Stir in toasted pecans.
  • Drizzle salad with Toasted Pecan Vinaigrette, tossing gently to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.5, Fat 22.6, SaturatedFat 2.4, Sodium 58.8, Carbohydrate 26.5, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 18.4, Protein 2.9

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