Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
2 tbsp

pear vinegar

1 tbsp

pear syrup

1 tsp

pear syrup (fresh pear juice reduced to a syrup)

2 tsp

extra virgin lemon oil

6 cup

assorted full-flavored greens (baby mustard - lovage arugula - dandelion mizzuna - etc)

0.25 cup

tamari pecans

0.25 cup

dry currants or possibly minced raisins

minced

0.25 cup

cool maytag blue cheese

crumbled

1 unit

ripe Asian pear

cored and thinly sliced

Step 1
~2 min

Prepare the tamari pecans (if needed).

Step 2
~2 min

In a small mixing bowl, combine pear vinegar and pear syrup.

Step 3
~2 min

Whisk in the extra virgin lemon oil until emulsified. Set aside as the dressing.

Step 4
~2 min

In a large mixing bowl, combine the assorted greens, tamari pecans, and dry currants.

Step 5
~2 min

Sprinkle the crumbled Maytag blue cheese over the salad.

Step 6
~2 min

Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad.

Step 7
~2 min

Gently toss the salad briefly to avoid cheese clumping.

Step 8
~2 min

Divide the salad onto two chilled salad plates.

Step 9
~2 min

Garnish each salad by fanning the thinly sliced Asian pear around it.

Step 10
~2 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Chill the salad plates for an extra refreshing experience.

Toast the pecans lightly to enhance their nutty flavor.

Adjust the amount of dressing to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Dressing can be made ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate (blue cheese)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a starter or light lunch

Pair with grilled chicken or fish

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Chicken
Roasted Salmon

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Asian Fusion

Cultural Significance

Modern American Salad

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner Party
Holiday

Popularity Score

60/100

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