Nell’’s Superb Spinach, Pear, and Dried Cherry Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette
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Ingredients
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2ripe pears, peeled and sliced thinly (peeled is how my family likes it; if yours doesn’t mind, the peeling is fine)
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1 pkgspinach, washed and de-stemmed
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1/3 cdried cherries (dried cranberries are a good substitute)
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1/2 cpecans, roasted and chopped
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1/2 cfreshly squeezed citrus juice (1 lemon and 1-2 oranges)
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3/4 cgood olive oil
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2 tspdijon mustard
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2 tsplocal honey
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1 1/2 Tbspchampagne or white wine vinegar
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1/2 tspkosher salt
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1/4 tspfreshly ground black pepper
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4 ozcrumbled goat cheese (optional) i serve this onthe side so those who don't want the cheese don't have to eat it.
How to Make Nell’’s Superb Spinach, Pear, and Dried Cherry Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette
- In a small bowl, whisk together the citrus juice, olive oil, honey, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Taste dressing and correct to taste.
Pour half of dressing over pears in bottom of salad bowl. Add spinach and cherries, but DO NOT STIR until ready to serve. Refrigerate. When ready to serve, remove from refrigerator, stir thoroughly, add pecans and serve.
About Nell’’s Superb Spinach, Pear, and Dried Cherry Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette
Course/Dish: Lettuce Salads, Fruit Salads
Other Tag: Quick & Easy