PEAR & PECAN SALAD WITH CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE

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A tart cranberry dressing balances beautifully with sweet, juicy pears in this salad that's easy to make and sure to impress. This recipe is light on carbs and quick to make-and it's oh so good! -Jerry Gulley, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings (1 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons champagne or rice vinegar
3/4 cup dried cranberries, divided
2 tablespoons thinly sliced shallot
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1-1/2 teaspoons honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup canola oil
10 cups Boston lettuce
2 medium pears, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Process champagne, 1/4 cup cranberries, shallot, mustard, honey, salt and pepper in a small food processor until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream., In a bowl, combine lettuce and pears. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with pecans and remaining cranberries.,

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