Radicchio and Arugula Salad with Honey-Roasted Pears and Toasted Pecans

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INGREDIENTS:

YIELD: about 2 servings

1 pear (I used a Barlett)

3 teaspoons of honey, divided

1/3 cup of pecan halves

1/2 teaspoon of dijon mustard

1/2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil

half head (about 5 oz, 140 gr) of radicchio

2 oz (55 gr) of baby arugula

1/4 cup (40 gr) of pomegranate seeds

1 tablespoon (12 gr) of feta cheese, crumbled
salt and pepper

PREPARATION:

TIME: 20 minutes

Let's start with the honey roasted pears.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205° C).
Cut in half the pear, peel and core. And cut into thick slices.

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Place on a baking sheet, drizzle with honey (about one or two teaspoons) and season with salt and pepper.

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Bake until slightly tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.

In a small fry pan toast the pecans halves over medium heat, stirring until they start to brown, about 3 to 4 minutes. Be careful not to burn them. Set aside when ready.

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In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon of honey, 1/2 teaspoon of dijon mustard, 1/2 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar, salt and pepper. Whisk in the olive oil and mix until smooth.

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Wash, dry and cut in pieces the radicchio.

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Combine with the arugula in a large bowl.

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Drizzle with dressing, and toss to coat.

Top with pecans, sprinkle with pomegranate seeds, pears, and crumbled feta cheese.
Serve with toasted bread on the side if you'd like!

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