Field Greens, Pears, Pecans and Gouda Salad Recipe
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4.9g
Net Carbs
Net Carbs
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Style:American
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Phase: Phase 3
Difficulty: Difficult
Style:American
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Phase: Phase 3
Difficulty: Difficult
* Any adjustments made to the serving values will only update the ingredients of that recipe and not change the directions.
5.7g
Protein
19.2g
Fat
2.9g
Fiber
219.3cal
Calories
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×INGREDIENTS
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1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter Stick
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0 1/2 cup, halves Pecans
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1 1/2 teaspoon Sucralose Based Sweetener (Sugar Substitute)
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0 1/2 tsp Cumin
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0 3/4 tsp Salt
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0 1/8 tsp Red or Cayenne Pepper
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1 tbsp White Wine Vinegar
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0 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
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0 1/8 tsp Curry Powder
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1 tbsp Champagne Wine Vinegar
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3 tablespoon Walnut Oil
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10 cup Spring Mix Salad
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3 oz Gouda Cheese
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1 pear, medium (approx 2-1/2 per lb) Pears
DIRECTIONS
- Melt butter in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add pecans, 1 teaspoon of sugar substitute, cumin, ¼ teaspoon salt, and cayenne. Cook, stirring often, until nuts are toasted and well coated with the spices, 3-4 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl.
- To make dressing, combine remaining ½ teaspoon sugar substitute, remaining ½ teaspoon salt, vinegar, pepper and curry powder; mix well. Add oil in a slow steady stream, whisking continuously until well combined.
- Combine greens, Gouda and pear slices in a large bowl. Add dressing and toss well to coat.
- To serve, divide among 6 plates; garnish with spiced pecans.
Cooking Tip
Feel free to swap in your favorite lettuce for this recipe, as net carb change will likely be minimal.