Strawberry Pecan Salad

By M59_D

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Ingredients

• For Salad
• 1 1 1 C Pecan Halves
• 1/4 1/4 1/4 C granulated sugar
• 12 12 12 oz. romaine lettuce, chopped
• 8 8 8 oz. fresh strawberries, halved
• 4 4 4 oz. fresh blueberries
• 2 2 2 oz. feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 1/4 1/4 C red onion, sliced and cut in small pcs.
• 15 15 can 15 oz. can Mandarin orange segments, drained
• For Dressing
• 1/2 1/2 1/2 C granulated sugar
• 1/2 1/2 1/2 C lemon juice
• 1 1 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
• 1/2 1/2 1/2 tsp. Kosher salt
• 2/3 2/3 2/3 C olive oil
• 1 1 1 tbsp. Poppy seeds

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from shugarysweets.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a small skillet over medium heat, sauté pecans with sugar. This will take several min. For the sugar to dissolve as you stir the pecans. Set aside and cool.

2. In a large bowl, combine romaine, berries, oranges cheese and onion. Toss gently.

3. In a small mason jar, combine dressing ingredients and shake with lid on.

4. When ready to serve, add candied pecans and drizzle with dressing.