Toasted Walnut Salad 


INGREDIENTS FOR WALNUT DRESSING: 
2/3 cup walnut oil *
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice 
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 
3/4 teaspoon sugar 
dash salt 
dash freshly ground pepper


INGREDIENTS FOR SALAD: 
4 heads Boston lettuce, torn 
1 cup toasted walnuts, coarsely chopped 
2 ounces blue cheese, crumbled (1/2 cup) 
1 pear, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced


TO PREPARE: 
Walnut Dressing: Combine walnut oil, lemon juice, mustard,
sugar, salt, and pepper in a covered jar. Shake well and refrigerate. 
Toss lettuce, walnuts, blue cheese, and pear in a salad bowl.
Add dressing, toss, and serve immediately. 


NOTE: Walnut dressing may be made up to 4 days in advance and kept covered in the refrigerator. Walnut oil should be stored in the refrigerator as it turns rancid quickly. 
SERVES 8 

*Walnut Oil can be found at most specialty stores

Click here to download printable recipe



All graphics ©2000 by Mary D @ Simple Elegance