Pear Shrimp Salad Food

SHRIMP AND PEAR SALAD

Steps:

• In a medium glass bowl combine the marinade ingredients (oil - pepper) and add shrimp, toss. Let shrimp marinate for 15-30 minutes.
• Remove from marinade and sauté shrimp until pink and done. Set aside.
• Make salad by combining dressing ingredients (yogurt - pepper) in a small bowl.
• Make salad by combining the greens and pears in a large salad bowl - toss.
• Add shrimp to salad. Toss.
• Pour on the dressing and toss and then sprinkle with the walnuts.

PEAR, CELERY AND FARRO SALAD

Steps:

• Cook 1 cup farro as the label directs. Drain well and transfer to a large bowl to cool. Toss with 2 chopped pears, 2 thinly sliced celery stalks, 1/2 cup each parsley and shredded parmesan and 3 tablespoons each olive oil and cider vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.

ROQUEFORT PEAR SALAD

Steps:

• In a skillet over medium heat, stir 1/4 cup of sugar together with the pecans. Continue stirring gently until sugar has melted and caramelized the pecans. Carefully transfer nuts onto waxed paper. Allow to cool, and break into pieces.
• For the dressing, blend oil, vinegar, 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar, mustard, chopped garlic, salt, and pepper.
• In a large serving bowl, layer lettuce, pears, blue cheese, avocado, and green onions. Pour dressing over salad, sprinkle with pecans, and serve.