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Three Greens and Fruit with Vinaigrette


"Use Bosc pears in this crisp green salad. It's great to serve during the cool weather months, and is a beautiful addition to any holiday table!"
Original recipe yield: 12 servings.
Prep Time:
15 Minutes
Cook Time:
5 Minutes
Ready In:
1 Hour 20 Minutes
Servings:
12

INGREDIENTS:

  • 6 tablespoons white wine vinegar
  • 6 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 dashes hot pepper sauce
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper to taste
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  • 1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
  • 1 head romaine lettuce, torn
  • 1 head butter lettuce, torn
  • 2 bunches fresh spinach leaves
  • 2 pears, cored and sliced
  • 1 (4 ounce) package feta cheese

DIRECTIONS:

  1. In a bowl, mix the vinegar, oil, onion, sugar, salt, hot sauce, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the walnuts, stirring constantly, until lightly toasted.
  3. In a large bowl, mix the walnuts, romaine lettuce, butter lettuce, spinach, and pears. Toss with the dressing mixture to coat. Sprinkle with feta cheese to serve.