Raspberry Pear Salad with Glazed Walnuts

Total Time:Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Diana Neves, Lafayette, California

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Jun. 10, 2022

The sweet and tart tastes of this spectacular salad both surprise and please the palate. A raspberry vinaigrette ties everything together. —Diana Neves, Lafayette, California

Editor's Note: You may substitute Brie and/or blue cheese for the Cambozola cheese. To Make Ahead: Prepare the glazed walnuts a few days before. Store in an airtight container.
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Raspberry Pear Salad with Glazed Walnuts

Yield:12 servings
Prep:20 min
Cook:10 min

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 cup walnut halves
  • 2 packages (5 ounces each) spring mix salad greens
  • 3 medium pears, peeled and sliced
  • 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
  • 2 ounces Cambozola cheese, cubed
  • vinaigrette:
    • 1/4 cup olive oil
    • 3 tablespoons raspberry vinaigrette
    • 1 shallot, minced
    • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
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Directions

  1. In a small heavy skillet over low heat, stir honey and sugar until sugar is melted; add walnuts. Transfer to a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until nuts are toasted. Spread on foil to cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, pears, raspberries, cheese and walnuts. In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately.
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