THREE GREENS AND FRUIT WITH VINAIGRETTE

Three Greens and Fruit with Vinaigrette image

Use Bosc pears in this crisp green salad. It's great to serve during the cool weather months, and is a beautiful addition to any holiday table!

Provided by MARIA GEE

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

6 tablespoons white wine vinegar
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup white sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
2 dashes hot pepper sauce
¾ teaspoon ground black pepper to taste
½ cup coarsely chopped walnuts
1 head romaine lettuce, torn
1 head butter lettuce, torn
2 bunches fresh spinach leaves
2 pears, cored and sliced
1 (4 ounce) package feta cheese

Steps:

In a bowl, mix the vinegar, oil, onion, sugar, salt, hot sauce, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the walnuts, stirring constantly, until lightly toasted.
In a large bowl, mix the walnuts, romaine lettuce, butter lettuce, spinach, and pears. Toss with the dressing mixture to coat. Sprinkle with feta cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.6 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 203.9 mg, Sugar 8.5 g