Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 pear (quartered & cored, slightly underripe)
  • 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 5 cups mixed greens
  • 1/3 cup pecan halves (toasted)
  • 1 1/2 ounces soft goat cheese (chevre, crumbled)
  • 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
  • 3/4 teaspoon pure maple syrup
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Instruction

  • Place the pear quarters in a bowl and toss with the maple syrup, salt and pepper until coated.
  • Heat the olive oil in a small nonstick skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the pears, one cut side down and cook until browned, about 3 minutes. Carefully flip the pears onto the other cut side and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Add the balsamic vinegar and stir to coat the pears.
  • Remove from the heat, allow to cool, then cut the pears into 1-inch pieces.
  • In a serving bowl, combine the mixed greens, browned pears, pecans and goat cheese. Toss with the dressing. Serve.