Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup(s) balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 cup(s) olive oil
  • 6 tablespoon(s) brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon(s) ground black pepper
  • 1 pound(s) red leaf or butter lettuce
  • 1 pomegranate, seeded
  • 32 large dark seedless grapes, halved
  • 1 large red onion, sliced into thin rings
  • 1/2 cup(s) crumbled blue cheese
  • 4 ripe red pears, cored and sliced 1/2-inch thick
  • 1 cup(s) Spiced Pecans, see directions for link to recipe
  • 2 oranges, zested

Method

  • Prepare Spiced Pecans.
  • Combine vinegar, oil, brown sugar, salt and pepper in a small saucepan over medium heat and stir until sugar is dissolved. Tear lettuce into 1-inch pieces. Wash and drain in a salad spinner. Divide evenly on 8 plates. Evenly divide and sprinkle pomegranate seeds, grape halves, red onion, cheese, pears, and pecans on each plate. Drizzle vinaigrette on each and sprinkle with orange zest. Serve immediately.