Funded by the Soybean Checkoff
PEAR & WALNUT SALAD
WITH LIME VINAIGRETTE
Ingredients
1 small baguette cut into 16 thin slices
soybean oil
1 clove garlic, cut in half
1 c shelled walnut halves
7 oz soy cheese
13 oz mesclun leaves
2 pears cut into 3/4“ cubes mixed with 2 T lime juice

1. Brush the baguette slices with a little oil, rub with the cut side of the garlic, then place on a baking tray

2. Bake for 10 minutes or until crisp and golden.

3. Toast the walnuts.

4. Spread some of the soy cheese on each crouton, then cook under a hot grill for 2-3 minutes or until hot.

5. Toss the mesclun, pears and walnuts in a bowl. Add the vinaigrette and toss through.

6. Plate and garnish with soy croutons.

Lime Vinaigrette
3 T soybean oil
2 T lime juice
1/4 c raspberry vinegar

To make the vinaigrette, whisk together the lime juice, raspberry vinegar and oil with coarse salt and fresh pepper.




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