Grilled Plum Salad with Aged Gouda and Pecans

Name: Grilled Plum Salad with Aged Gouda and Pecans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar; 1 teaspoon honey; 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 4 ripe plums (about 1 pound), pitted and quartered; 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 3 cups torn escarole leaves (about 1/2 head); 1 bunch watercress, washed, dried, and stems trimmed (about 3 cups); 4 ounces aged Gouda cheese, thinly sliced; 1 &4 cup pecan halves, toasted

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 ripe plums (about 1 pound), pitted and quartered
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 cups torn escarole leaves (about 1/2 head)
1 bunch watercress, washed, dried, and stems trimmed (about 3 cups)
4 ounces aged Gouda cheese, thinly sliced
1 &4 cup pecan halves, toasted

1
For the dressing: Whisk the vinegar, honey, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste in a large bowl.
2
Gradually whisk in oil, starting with a few drops and adding the rest in a steady stream to make a smooth, slightly thick vinaigrette.
3
Set aside.
4
For the salad: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
5
Brush the plums with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
6
Grill the plums until slightly soft, about 1 minute per side.
7
To get distinct grill marks, resist the temptation to move the fruit around on the pan as it cooks.
8
Cut the plum wedges in half crosswise and toss with the dressing.
9
Set the plums aside to marinate in the dressing for 15 minutes.
10
(The salad can be prepared up to this point 1 hour before serving.)
11
Right before serving, toss the greens with the plums and dressing.
12
Divide the salad among 4 serving plates and scatter the cheese and pecans over the tops.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar, 1 teaspoon honey, 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, Freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Grilled Plum Salad with Aged Gouda and Pecans 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.

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Grilled Plum Salad with Aged Gouda and Pecans

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Variations & substitutions

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