Endive and Asian Pear Salad Recipe

Name: Endive and Asian Pear Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts; 1 tablespoon water; 1 teaspoon sugar; Large pinch of cayenne pepper; Large pinch of coarse kosher salt; 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 1 large bunch watercress, thick stems trimmed; 2 heads of Belgian endive (preferably red), sliced crosswise; 1 ripe Asian pear, halved, cored, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon sugar
Large pinch of cayenne pepper
Large pinch of coarse kosher salt
1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 large bunch watercress, thick stems trimmed
2 heads of Belgian endive (preferably red), sliced crosswise
1 ripe Asian pear, halved, cored, thinly sliced

1
Combine walnuts, 1 tablespoon water, sugar, cayenne, and kosher salt in small nonstick skillet.
2
Stir over medium heat until water evaporates and nuts are dry and golden, about 4 minutes.
3
Remove from heat; cool.
4
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
5
Store airtight at room temperature.)
6
Whisk olive oil, vegetable oil, and vinegar in small bowl to blend.
7
Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
8
Combine watercress, endive, and pear in large bowl.
9
Add dressing and toss to coat.
10
Sprinkle with nuts.

201

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts, 1 tablespoon water, 1 teaspoon sugar, Large pinch of cayenne pepper, and more.

Yes, Endive and Asian Pear Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Endive and Asian Pear Salad

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