Cobb Salad with Pears

Sweet and savory, this Cobb Salad is sure to delight with the addition of canned pears, carrots, and Parmesan cheese.

Makes

6 Servings

Serving size

1 cup

Ingredients

• 2 canned pear halves
• 6 cups mesclun mix baby greens
• 1/2 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
• 1 1/3 cups carrots, grated
• 3 tablespoons walnuts
• 1/4 cup pear juice
• 1/4 teaspoon cider vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon honey
• 1/4 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 1 dash salt and black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil

Directions

1. For the dressing, mix pear juice, vinegar, honey, mustard, and salt and pepper and olive oil in a blender.
2. Put mixed greens in large mixing bowl, drizzle dressing over greens and mix together.
3. Add remaining chopped pear, walnuts, and grated carrots and toss lightly.
4. Portion out 1 cup of salad and top with 1/2 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

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