Pear Salad with Feta and Pecans

Pear Salad with Feta and Pecans

With the abundance of pears this time of year I find myself using them is everything. I love just eating them plain and of course baking with them. I also like pears added to salad. This salad hits all the right notes for me with pears, toasted pecans, bacon  and feta. If you are looking for something to do with pears you really might want to try this recipe. Simple but loaded with flavor.

Pear Salad with Feta and Pecans

8- 10 cups mixed salad greens, washed, dried and torn into bite-sized pieces

3 ripe pears, cored and sliced thin

¾ c. crumbled feta cheese

8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

½ c. toasted pecans, but other nuts can be used

5 T. cider vinegar

½ c. oil

Fresh chopped parsley

Salt and pepper to taste

In large bowl place greens. Add pears, feta bacon and pecans. Combine remaining ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid and shake well. Toss over greens and divide into serving dishes. Serves 6-8.