THAI-STYLE PEAR SALAD
MAKES 4 SERVINGS
INGREDIENTS
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons Thai fish sauce or light soy sauce
3/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 can (15 ounces) Bartlett pears sliced, drained
8 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1 medium carrot, cut in julienne strips
1/3 cup dry roasted peanuts
Chopped fresh mint (optional)
Deep-fried strips of egg roll wrapper (optional)
METHOD
For dressing, whisk together rice wine vinegar, oil, fish sauce, sugar and red pepper flakes. Halve pear slices and marinate in 1/4 cup of the dressing for about 1 hour. To serve, in large bowl combine romaine and carrots. Top with pears and remaining dressing. Toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle peanuts on top and add optional garnishes, as desired.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (PER SERVING)Calories 287
Protein 6g
Carbohydrate 21g
Fiber 4g
Fat 21g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 369mg
