Salad with Prosciutto and Caramelized Pears and Walnuts

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An amazing salad that blends different flavors to impress your guests. The salad dressing is an orange vinaigrette. Try to use Asian pears in this salad, as they are best for flavor. But if you can't find Asian pears in your area, you can substitute Bosc or Anjou.

Submitted by Megs
Updated on February 25, 2022
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Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh orange juice

  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion

  • 1 tablespoon white sugar

  • 1 tablespoon white wine

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • 2 pears - peeled, cored and cut into wedges

  • 1 cup walnut halves

  • ½ cup white sugar

  • ¼ cup water

  • ¼ pound prosciutto, cut into thin strips

  • 2 romaine hearts, rinsed and torn

Directions

  1. In a medium saucepan, heat orange juice over medium-high heat, whisking often, until it is reduced by 1/4.

  2. Add to a blender, along with the vinegar, onion, sugar, wine, salt and pepper, and process until smooth. Then, while blending on a low speed, remove cap and slowly drizzle in the olive oil to emulsify (thicken) the dressing. Chill until ready to use.

  3. Melt butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Saute pears and nuts in butter for 3 minutes. Add sugar and water and cook, stirring constantly, until golden brown and caramelized. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.

  4. In a large bowl, combine prosciutto, lettuce and the pear and walnut mixture. Add vinaigrette and toss to coat. Serve on a large Italian platter. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

600 Calories
47g Fat
40g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 600
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 47g 60%
Saturated Fat 9g 43%
Cholesterol 22mg 7%
Sodium 384mg 17%
Total Carbohydrate 40g 15%
Dietary Fiber 4g 13%
Total Sugars 32g
Protein 7g 15%
Vitamin C 51mg 57%
Calcium 42mg 3%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 392mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.