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
Preparation
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.
