Spinach, Pear, and Shaved Parmesan Salad Recipe

Spinach, Pear, and Shaved Parmesan Salad Recipe

  • 8 cups lightly packed baby spinach leaves, stemmed, rinsed, and dried
  • 2 Bosc pears (do not peel), quartered lengthwise, cored and cut into long, thin slices
  • ½ cup (2 ounces) coarsely grated Parmesan cheese (see Cook’s Note)
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons whole-grain mustard
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Freshly ground pepper
  1. Place the spinach and pears in a large serving bowl. Scatter the cheese on top.
  2. TO MAKE THE DRESSING
  3. In a small jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the olive oil, vinegar, mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper to taste. Cover tightly and shake vigorously to blend the ingredients. Taste and adjust the seasonings.
  4. When ready to serve, give the dressing a last-minute shake and pour over the salad. Toss gently to keep the pear slices intact, and serve immediately.
  5. When ready to serve, give the dressing a last-minute shake and pour over the salad. Toss gently to keep the pear slices intact, and serve immediately.
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