Poached Pear and Greens Salad

Poached Pear and Greens Salad
Poached Pear and Greens Salad might be just the side dish you are searching for. This gluten free, primal, and vegetarian recipe serves 8. One portion of this dish contains roughly 2g of protein, 6g of fat, and a total of 205 calories. Head to the store and pick up vanilla bean, extravirgin olive oil, golden california raisins, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes.

Instructions

1
Combine 2 cups water and wine in a large saucepan over medium heat. Scrape seeds from vanilla bean; add seeds, bean, and next 3 ingredients (through orange rind) to pan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until pears are tender.
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2
Drain and cool, and discard bean and rinds. Slice pears in half lengthwise, and cut into thin wedges.
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3
Place 1 cup greens on each of 8 plates. Top each serving with 1 red onion slice, 1 tablespoon raisins, 1/3 cup pears, and 1 tablespoon cheese.
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Combine oil, vinegar, and mustard in a small bowl; stir with a whisk until smooth.
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5
Drizzle about 1 teaspoon dressing over each salad.
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Serve immediately.
DifficultyHard
Ready In45 m.
Servings8
Health Score2
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