Winter Greens with Earl Grey Vinaigrette

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From EatingWell:  December 1997

Pears and walnuts are the perfect foil for this earthy black-tea vinaigrette. Parmesan curls make a beautiful garnish.

8 servings | Active Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

Earl Grey Vinaigrette

• 1/4 cup brewed Earl Grey tea
• 2 tablespoons champagne vinegar
• 2 tablespoons walnut oil
• 2 tablespoons minced shallots
• 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• Salt & freshly ground pepper, to taste

Greens

• 12 cups mixed salad greens
• 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored and diced
• 2 tablespoons chopped toasted walnuts
• 1/3 cup Parmesan curls
• Freshly ground pepper, to taste

Preparation

1. To make vinaigrette: Combine tea, vinegar, oil, shallots and mustard in a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Shake well to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
2. To make salad: Toss greens with 1/4 cup vinaigrette in a large salad bowl. Arrange on 8 salad plates. Toss pears in the bowl with the remaining vinaigrette. Arrange on greens. Top with walnuts, Parmesan curls and pepper. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Per serving : 97 Calories; 6 g Fat; 1 g Sat; 1 g Mono; 3 mg Cholesterol; 10 g Carbohydrates; 3 g Protein; 3 g Fiber; 125 mg Sodium; 335 mg Potassium

1/2 Carbohydrate Serving

Exchanges: 1/2 fruit, 1 vegetable, 1 fat

Tips & Notes

• Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate the dressing (Step 1) for up to 2 days.