Mixed Greens With Caramelized Pears and Walnuts Recipe π₯
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 1/2 cup | Walnuts |
| 2 | Pears |
| 2 tbsp | Butter |
| 1 | Sugar |
| 3 tbsp | White wine |
| 1/4 cup | Rice vinegar |
| 3 tbsp | White wine vinegar |
| 1/2 cup | Walnut oil or Olive oil |
| 2 cloves | Garlic |
| To taste | Salt |
| To taste | Fresh coarse ground black pepper |
| 6 – 8 | Phyllo dough |
| 1 | Olive oil |
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Toast Walnuts: Spread the walnuts evenly on a baking sheet and lightly toast them in the preheated oven. Once done, remove from the oven and let them cool.
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Prepare Pears: Peel and core the pears, then cut them into 1/2-inch dice.
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Caramelize Pears: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced pears and sugar, then sautΓ© them, stirring frequently, until the pears start to caramelize slightly. Next, add the white wine and continue cooking until the pears are just glazed. Remove from heat and let them cool.
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Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the rice vinegar, white wine vinegar, walnut or olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
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Toss Greens: Toss your mixed greens with the prepared dressing, ensuring they’re evenly coated. Distribute the dressed greens among eight individual serving plates.
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Add Pears and Walnuts: Spoon the caramelized pears and toasted walnuts around the outside of the greens on each plate.
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Make Goat Cheese Croutons: Cut the goat cheese into eight 1/2-inch slices. Using thawed phyllo dough, cut it into long, thin strips. Wrap each goat cheese round in a nest of phyllo strips, resembling shredded wheat.
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Prepare for Broiling: Place the wrapped goat cheese rounds on a lightly oiled baking sheet. Optionally, you can refrigerate them, covered, for up to 1 hour at this point.
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Broil the Croutons: When ready to use, preheat your broiler. Brush the phyllo/goat cheese rounds with olive oil. Place them under the broiler in the oven until lightly browned. Turn them over and brown the other side.
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Assemble and Serve: Remove the browned phyllo/goat cheese rounds from the oven and transfer them to the center of the greens on each plate using a spatula. Serve your Mixed Greens With Caramelized Pears and Walnuts immediately and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and textures!
This refreshing salad is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a casual family dinner or a special gathering with friends. The caramelized pears add a subtle sweetness, complemented by the crunchy walnuts and tangy goat cheese croutons. It’s a dish that’s sure to impress your guests and leave them craving for more!
