Pear-Cucumber Salad with Balsamic & Shaved Romano Cheese Recipe

Pear-Cucumber Salad with Balsamic & Shaved Romano Cheese Recipe

  • 2 cups cored and diced pears (2 to 3 pears)
  • 2 cups diced English (seedless) cucumber (about 1 cucumber)
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • One 4-ounce chunk pecorino romano cheese
  1. In a large bowl, combine the pears, cucumber, vinegar, parsley, and oil, tossing to mix. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the salad to a serving platter. Using a vegetable peeler, shave the cheese over the top and serve.