Watercress, Pear and Blue Cheese Salad

The pairing of peppery watercress, sweet pears and creamy blue cheese makes a light and flavorful dressing for this salad. 

Watercress, Pear and Blue Cheese Salad

 Ingredients for vinaigrette: 

  •  2 Tbs. white vinegar 
  • 2 Tbs. fresh lemon juice 
  • 1 large, minced shallot 
  • 1 tsp. salt 
  • 1 tsp. ground pepper 
  • ½ cup of olive oil 

 Ingredients for salad:

  • 1 head of lettuce with the leaves separated 
  • 2 ripe pears, peeled and sliced 
  • 2 large bunches of watercress, stems removed 
  • ½ cup crumbled blue cheese 
  • ½ cup lightly toasted walnuts 

 Instructions: 

  1. Combine watercress, lettuce, pears, cheese and walnuts in a large salad bowl. 
  2. Whisk all ingredients for the vinaigrette in a small bowl. 
  3. Toss salad with the vinaigrette 15 minutes before serving. 
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