Cashew-Pear Tossed Salad Recipe

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A friend who does a lot of catering fixed this salad for our staff Christmas party several years ago, and we all asked for the recipe. The unexpected sweet-salty mix and lovely dressing make it a hit with everyone. —Arlene Muller, Kingwood, Texas

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Cashew-Pear Tossed Salad Recipe
  • Prep/Total Time: 15 min.
  • Yield: 15 Servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 bunch romaine, torn
  • 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Swiss cheese
  • 1 cup salted cashews
  • 1 medium pear, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • POPPY SEED VINAIGRETTE:
  • 2/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup lemon juice
  • 2 to 3 teaspoons poppy seeds
  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped red onion
  • 1 teaspoon prepared mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, cheese, cashews, pear and cranberries. In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Yield: 15 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 cup) equals 228 calories, 17 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 7 mg cholesterol, 171 mg sodium, 16 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 4 g protein.

Originally published as Cashew-Pear Tossed Salad in Taste of Home August/September 2007, p29

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Reviewed on Jan. 02, 2012 by cpmitchell

This recipe is simple and delicious! I love it.


Reviewed on Oct. 06, 2011 by ethilges

We make this recipe all of the time! LOVE the dressing!


Reviewed on Jan. 11, 2010 by marigross

Perfect Salad. I have made it multiple times and in every time, someone asks for the recipe!


Reviewed on Nov. 20, 2008 by grannygourmet

Delicious Salad. It is very light and refreshing and the perfect combination of flavors. I wouldn't change a thing!


Reviewed on Oct. 06, 2008 by jcraig17

This salad is awesome. It was a huge hit at a bridal shower I hosted. We only used about half the dressing, though. Thanks for the great recipe!


Reviewed on Aug. 26, 2008 by nmllcqueen

this is my family's favorite salad! I add crumbled bacon, and also substitute the cashews for pecans, and the pears for chopped apples. The dressing is delicious. Thank you!

 
 
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