Farmer's Turnip And Pear Salad Recipe

Summary

Difficulty LevelEasyHealth IndexAverage
CourseMethod
DishVegetarian
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Vegetable oil1/3 Cup (16 tbs)
 Cider vinegar2 Tablespoon
 Sugar4 Teaspoon
 Salt1/2 Teaspoon
 Dijon Mustard1/4 Teaspoon
 Pinch ground nutmeg
 Paprika1/8 Teaspoon
 Lemon juice1 Teaspoon
 2 large, firm, ripe pears
 4 or 5 medium-size turnips (about 3/4 pound)
 Romaine lettuce head1 Large

Directions

1. In a serving bowl, combine the oil, vinegar, sugar, salt, mustard, nutmeg, paprika, and lemon juice. Quarter, core, and cube the pears, and add them to the dressing.
2. Peel the turnips and coarsely shred them, using the second coarsest side of a four-sided grater. (You should have about 2 cups.) Add the turnips to the pears and dressing.
3. Wash the lettuce, pat it dry with paper toweling, then tear it into bite-size pieces. Add it to the salad and toss well until nicely dressed.
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