Sunday, January 23, 2011

Apple, Pear, and Walnut Salad

I went a little crazy at Trader Joe's when I realized how many different apples and pears they had... I ended up using 4 pears and 5 apples (all different varieties) and ended up with a very perishable salad that could have served about 20. Luckily it was really delicious and refreshing, and made a great light side for the pasta. This is the original recipe (which I basically doubled):



Ingredients:
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 1/2 tablespoons orange juice
1 orange, zested
1/2 cup raisins (I also added a 1/2 cup of dried cranberries)
4 apples, preferably use 2 to 3 different kinds
2 pears, preferably red and green
2/3 cup walnuts, toasted and coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions:
In a large bowl whisk together vinegar, orange juice, zest, and raisins. Core and cube apples and pears. Add fruit and walnuts to a bowl and drizzle with oil. Toss well to combine. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Refrigerate 1 hour before serving.

Source: Food Network

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