Salad with Prosciutto and Caramelized Pears and Walnuts

Salad with Prosciutto and Caramelized Pears and Walnuts
  • PREP TIME
    25 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    40 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    220

Elevate your salad game with this symphony of flavors! Sweet caramelized pears and crunchy walnuts dance with savory prosciutto, all embraced by a vibrant orange vinaigrette. A sophisticated starter or light lunch that's sure to impress.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    40 g
  • Cholesterol
    22 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    7 g
  • Saturated Fat
    9 g
  • Sodium
    384 mg
  • Sugar
    32 g
  • Fat
    47 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View In a medium saucepan, heat orange juice over medium-high heat, whisking occasionally, until reduced by approximately 1/4. (Approximately 10-15 minutes)

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Recipe View Transfer the reduced orange juice to a blender. Add the red wine vinegar, red onion, sugar, white wine, salt, and pepper. Blend until completely smooth. With the blender on low speed, slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil until the vinaigrette is emulsified and thickened. (Approximately 2-3 minutes). Refrigerate until ready to use.

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Recipe View Melt butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the pear wedges and walnut halves and sauté for 3 minutes. Sprinkle with sugar and add water. Cook, stirring constantly, until the pears are tender and the walnuts are golden brown and caramelized. (Approximately 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.

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Recipe View In a large bowl, gently combine the torn romaine lettuce, prosciutto, and the caramelized pear and walnut mixture. Drizzle with the orange vinaigrette and toss gently to coat. (Approximately 2 minutes)

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Recipe View Arrange the salad on a large platter or individual plates and serve immediately. Enjoy!

For a richer flavor, consider toasting the walnuts lightly before caramelizing them.
If you don't have a blender, you can whisk the vinaigrette ingredients together vigorously. Be sure to finely mince the red onion.
Feel free to add a sprinkle of crumbled goat cheese or blue cheese for an extra layer of flavor.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 73 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Kadin Morissette

    My family loved this salad. The combination of sweet, salty, and crunchy is just perfect!

  • Milo Rolfson

    I substituted pecans for walnuts because of allergies, and it worked great!

  • Coby Simonis

    The dressing is divine! So easy to make and so flavorful. Will definitely be making this again.

  • Telly Kutch

    I made this for Thanksgiving, and it was the first salad to disappear! Everyone raved about the caramelized pears.

  • Erich Crooks

    This recipe is a keeper! I made it for a potluck, and it was a big success.

  • Skyla Walter

    This salad was a HUGE hit at my dinner party! The orange vinaigrette is incredible.

  • Savannah Boyle

    I added some crumbled goat cheese, as suggested, and it was the perfect addition. Thank you!

  • Jaqueline Lakin

    The vinaigrette is amazing with grilled chicken too!

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