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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Salad Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Wash the gem lettuce thoroughly under cold water and pat dry with a kitchen towel.
- 2
Slice the Pear
Core and slice the pears into thin wedges. Set aside.
- 3
Chop the Walnuts
Coarsely chop the walnuts and toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, or until fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
- 4
Prepare the Cheese
Grate or slice the Montasio cheese into small pieces or shavings.
- 5
Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 6
Assemble the Salad
In a large bowl, combine the gem lettuce, pear slices, toasted walnuts, and Montasio cheese.
- 7
Dress the Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- 8
Serve
Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls and enjoy immediately.