Pear & Pecan Salad

PEAR & PECAN SALAD

This salad combines sweet slices of pear, crunchy toasted pecans, creamy gorgonzola, and bright, tart bursts of pomegranate, tying it all together with a tangy apple cider vinaigrette.
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings

Ingredients

FOR THE SALAD

  • 9 oz. 80 Acres Farms PLANTOPIA
  • 1 large pear sliced
  • ½ cup pecans whole
  • ¼ cup gorgonzola crumbled
  • ¼ cup pomegranate arils

FOR THE DRESSING

  • ? cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp. honey
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • ½ tsp. sea salt
  • ¼ tsp. pepper

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine all dressing ingredients.
  • Gently whisk together until well blended. Set aside.
  • In a shallow serving bowl, add the PLANTOPIA. Layer sliced pears.
  • Note: For dramatic display, fan five slices of pear, out from the center towards the edge of the bowl.
  • Sprinkle remaining ingredients over salad.
  • Drizzle with dressing and enjoy!
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