Field Greens | Manchego Cheese | Walnut Vinaigrette Recipe

Ingredients

Ingredients for Walnut Vinaigrette
1/2 cup walnut oil
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
5 tablespoons sherry vinegar
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Fine sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Ingredients for Salad
1 pound mixed baby lettuce, washed and drained
1 firm ripe pear, preferably Nashi variety, very thinly sliced
3 ounces Manchego cheese, shaved thinly with vegetable peeler
2 tablespoons snipped fresh chives

Preparation

Step 1

Preparing the Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together both of the oils, vinegar, lemon juice, and salt and pepper.

Preparing the Salad: In a large bowl, toss the lettuces with enough vinaigrette to coat evenly

To Assemble: Top with the pear, cheese slices, and chives

CHEF’S TIP: To slice the pears thinly and evenly, use a vegetable peeler or mandolin.