Mixed Greens with Spiced Pears and Almonds Recipe

Name: Mixed Greens with Spiced Pears and Almonds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; Kosher salt; 1 tablespoon canola oil; 1 cup blanched almonds (5 ounces); 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 3/4 teaspoon turmeric; 1 tablespoon wildflower honey; 2 large Bosc pearspeeled, cored and cut into 1/2-inch wedges; 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; Freshly ground pepper; 1/2 pound mixed greens (16 cups); 1/4 pound goat blue cheese, crumbled (3/4 cup)

Servings: persons

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Kosher salt
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 cup blanched almonds (5 ounces)
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
3/4 teaspoon turmeric
1 tablespoon wildflower honey
2 large Bosc pearspeeled, cored and cut into 1/2-inch wedges
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Freshly ground pepper
1/2 pound mixed greens (16 cups)
1/4 pound goat blue cheese, crumbled (3/4 cup)

1
In a medium bowl, mix the cayenne, coriander, cumin and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
2
In a medium skillet, heat the canola oil.
3
Add the almonds and cook over moderate heat, stirring constantly, until golden, about 2 minutes.
4
Add the hot nuts to the spices and toss to coat.
5
Spread the nuts on a plate and let cool.
6
Melt the butter in a large nonstick skillet.
7
When the foam subsides, add the turmeric and cook over moderately high heat until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
8
Add 2 teaspoons of the honey and stir until melted.
9
Add the pears in a single layer, season with a pinch of salt and cook, turning once, until softened and lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
10
Transfer the pears to a plate.
11
In a large bowl, whisk the vinegar with the remaining 1 teaspoon of honey.
12
Whisk in the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
13
Add the greens and blue cheese, season with salt and pepper and toss to coat.
14
Top with the spiced almonds and pears and serve.

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander, 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin, Kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Mixed Greens with Spiced Pears and Almonds falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Mixed Greens with Spiced Pears and Almonds

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