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Field Greens, Pears, Pecans and Gouda Salad Recipe

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Atkins Field Greens, Pears, Pecans and Gouda Salad
4.9g
Net Atkins Count TM
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
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

  • 1 tablespoon
  • 0 1/2 cup, halves
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon
  • 0 1/2 tsp
  • 0 3/4 tsp
  • 0 1/8 tsp
  • 1 tbsp
  • 0 1/4 tsp
  • 0 1/8 tsp
  • 1 tbsp
  • 3 tablespoon
  • 10 cup
  • 3 oz
  • 1 pear, medium (approx 2-1/2 per lb)

DIRECTIONS

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Combine greens, Gouda and pear slices in a large bowl. Add dressing and toss well to coat.
  4. 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.