Honey-Pecan and Pecorino Salad Recipe

Name: Honey-Pecan and Pecorino Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbs. honey; 1 cup whole pecans; 2 tsp. chili powder; 1/2 tsp. salt; 2 Tbs. vinegar; 4 tsp. honey; 2 tsp. mustard; 2 Tbs. oil; 8 cups mesclun salad mix; 1 bunch green onions, chopped (about 1/2 cup); 1/2 cup dried cranberries; 2 oz. pecorino cheese

Servings: persons

2 Tbs. honey
1 cup whole pecans
2 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. salt
2 Tbs. vinegar
4 tsp. honey
2 tsp. mustard
2 Tbs. oil
8 cups mesclun salad mix
1 bunch green onions, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 cup dried cranberries
2 oz. pecorino cheese

1
To make Honey Pecans: Bring honey to a simmer in large skillet over medium heat.
2
Stir in pecans, and cook 3 to 4 minutes, or until pecans are coated in honey and most liquid has evaporated.
3
Remove from heat; stir in chili powder and salt.
4
Transfer pecans to plate to cool, then store in airtight container or set aside.
5
To make Honey-Mustard Vinaigrette: Whisk together vinegar, honey and mustard.
6
Add oil; whisk to combine.
7
Season with salt and pepper.
8
To make Salad: Toss mesclun, green onions, cranberries and pecans with vinaigrette.
9
Shave cheese into curls over salad with vegetable peeler.
10
Serve immediately.

875

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbs. honey, 1 cup whole pecans, 2 tsp. chili powder, 1/2 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, Honey-Pecan and Pecorino 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.

Honey-Pecan and Pecorino Salad

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