Fresh Pear and Romaine Salad

By cindygwest

Ingredients

• SALAD:
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
• 2/3 cup coarsely chopped peeled fresh pear
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 1 large pear, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 8 cups torn romaine
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup glazed pecans
• 1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
• 1/2 cup dried cherries

Preparation

Step 1

Place the first eight ingredients in a blender; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream.
For salad, toss sliced pear with lemon juice. In a large bowl, toss romaine with 1/2 cup dressing; season with salt and pepper to taste. Top with pear, pecans, cheese and cherries. Serve immediately with remaining dressing on the side. Yield: 6 servings.