Nells Superb Spinach Pear And Dried Cherry Salad With Citrus Vinaigrette Food

SPINACH SALAD WITH CITRUS VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Combine all the ingredients for the Citrus Vinaigrette in a jar or a tight-sealing plastic container. Shake to blend.
• Combine the spinach, orange segments, almonds, red onion, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Toss with the Citrus Vinaigrette. Serve on individual plates, topped with 1 or 2 Parmesan Frico.
• Note
• To cut orange segments, first use a small sharp knife to cut off the top and bottom of the orange. Stand the orange on one of the cut ends and make long, straight cuts to slice away all of the peel and white pith. Hold the peeled orange in your palm and cut on each side of the membranes to free the segments.

SPINACH & FRUIT SALAD WITH POMEGRANATE-CITRUS VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In small mixing bowl, whisk together pomegranate juice, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, orange juice, sugar and salt. Pour mixture into small carafe; set aside.
• Remove seeds from pomegranate, reserving seeds and discarding remainder.
• Divide spinach among four salad plates.
• Top each with pear slices, mandarin oranges, pomegranate seeds, & walnut pieces.
• Drizzle with 2 to 3 tablespoons of vinaigrette dressing. Garnish with orange curls. Serve immediately.

FRESH PEAR AND CHERRY SALAD WITH VANILLA PEAR VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Combine sugar, cinnamon and walnuts in a skillet over medium heat. Mix together until sugar and cinnamon are melted and walnuts are evenly coated. Remove from heat. Spread walnuts on a large plate to cool.
• In the container of a blender, combine the drained pears, 1/3 cup of the reserved syrup from the can, vinegar, yogurt, honey, salt, pepper, vanilla extract, and nutmeg; blend until smooth.
• Assemble the salad by tossing together the mixed greens, spinach, pear slices, dried cherries, feta cheese, and walnuts in a serving bowl. Serve with dressing on the side.

MICHIGAN CHERRY SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients., Place raspberries, vinegars, preserves and sugar in a blender. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat.

SPINACH SALAD WITH ORANGES, DRIED CHERRIES, AND CANDIED PECANS

Steps:

• Cut and peel white pith from oranges. Cut between membranes to release orange segments into a small bowl.
• Combine shallot with balsamic vinegar in bowl. Whisk in olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Place orange segments, spinach, and cherries in salad bowl, and toss with dressing. Break apart pecans and add to salad. Sprinkle goat cheese on top and serve.

SPINACH SALAD WITH DRIED CHERRIES

Steps:

• In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar, mustard, and oil until combined and thickened; season with salt and pepper.
• Add spinach, onion, and cherries; toss to combine. Serve immediately, topped with pumpkin seeds.

SPINACH SALAD WITH DRIED CHERRIES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 deg. Spread the pumpkin seeds in a single layer in a pie plate. Bake until puffed and brown, approximately 10 minutes.
• Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the vinegar, mustard and oil until combined and thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
• Arrange spinach on a plate, sprinkle with onions, pumpkin seeds and cherries. Drizzle with dressing, allow each person to "toss" their own salad.