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Ingredients
- 1 shallot, minced (about 2 Tbsp.)
- 1/2 c. olive oil (next time, I will decrease this amount slightly)
- 1/4 c. PAMA Pomegranate Liqueur
- 1 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar (or vinegar of choice)
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. (freshly ground) pepper
- 1 firm-ripe pear
- 8 c. (about 9 ounces) mixed baby salad greens, or greens of choice
- 1/2 c. crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 c. toasted walnuts
- Pomegranate seeds
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 367g | |
| Calories 1413 | |
| Calories from Fat 1213 | 86% |
| Total Fat 137.83g | 172% |
| Saturated Fat 28.51g | 114% |
| Trans Fat 0.02g | |
| Cholesterol 51mg | 17% |
| Sodium 3275mg | 136% |
| Potassium 616mg | 18% |
| Total Carbs 33.05g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.2g | 24% |
| Sugars 22.33g | 15% |
| Protein 19.09g | 31% |
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