Simple Cauliflower and Pear Salad

A tasty cauliflower and pear salad that's easy to make yet elegant enough for company. Adjust the ingredients to suit your taste.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 402 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon mayonnaise
• 1 (15.25 ounce) can Bartlett pear halves in heavy syrup
• 4 ounces small cauliflower florets
• 2 cups shredded green leaf lettuce

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Drain and reserve syrup from pear halves.

Step 2

Whisk reserved syrup and 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon mayonnaise in a small bowl. Place cauliflower florets in the dressing for 5 minutes.

Step 3

Divide pear halves and lettuce between 2 salad plates. Remove cauliflower florets from the dressing using a slotted spoon; divide evenly between the plates. Spoon desired amount of dressing over salads. Top with Cheddar cheese.