Pear Bistro Salad

California pears jazz up this simple salad.

Ingredients

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• 8 cups (2 L) assorted torn mixed salad greens
• 2 fresh California Bartlett or Comice pears, cored and sliced
• 1/2 red onion, sliced thinly
• 1/2 cup (125 mL) walnut halves
• 1/2 cup (125 mL) crumbled blue cheese
• balsamic vinegar
• olive oil

Procedure

1. Line platter with greens; top with pears, sliced onion, nuts and cheese.
2. Combine vinegar and oil to taste; drizzle over salad. Serve with crusty bread, if desired.

Makes 4 servings.