Green Pear Salad

Photo: Green Pear Salad
This is a fall version of Vietnamese green papaya salad.
<br>Tip: Use a melon baller to easily scoop out the core of the pear.
Yield
2-3 Servings
Vegan
Nut-Free
Salads
Ingredients

Dressing

  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • ⅓ cup lime juice
  • 3 Tablespoons soy sauce or liquid aminos
  • 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
  • ½-1 teaspoon chili paste, to taste

Pear Salad:

  • ¼ cup finely chopped green onions
  • ¼ cup finely chopped cucumber
  • ½ cup finely chopped pear + 1 cup julienned
  • 2 cups mixed greens of choice
  • ¼ cup finely sliced red onions
  • ½ cup julienned carrots
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • 1 teaspoon chopped cilantro
Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk all Dressing ingredients until garlic is broken down.
  2. Toss green onions, cucumber, and chopped pears into dressing.
  3. Place on top of mixed greens.
  4. Layer julienned pears, red onions and carrots on top.
  5. Sprinkle lemon zest, sesame seeds, and cilantro all over to garnish. Enjoy!