A springtime treat, mâche (pronounced mosh; also called lamb's lettuce) grows in sweet little florets and has a buttery taste. Rich in vitamins and minerals, mâche can replace regular lettuce in salads. If you can't find mâche, use baby spinach instead.
Mâche Salad with Pecans, Pears, and Gorgonzola
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Ingredients
- 1/4 cup raspberry vinegar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt optional
- 1/2 cup pecans
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 8 cups mâche 5-6 ounces
- 1 large Bosc or Red Anjou pear, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled gorgonzola cheese
- Edible flowers, for garnish optional
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together raspberry vinegar, honey, and olive oil. Season with sea salt, if desired.
- Heat a small skillet over medium-high flame and coat lightly with cooking spray. Add pecans and drizzle with maple syrup. Stir pecans constantly until lightly coated with syrup and beginning to roast, about 5 minutes (watch carefully to avoid burning). Spread pecans to cool on a plate.
- Place mâche in a large bowl. Add candied pecans, sliced pear, and gorgonzola; toss. Drizzle with about half of the raspberry dressing and toss until well coated. Divide salad among four plates, top with edible flowers (if using), and serve.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition Facts
Mâche Salad with Pecans, Pears, and Gorgonzola
Amount Per Serving
Calories 262
Calories from Fat 144
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 16g
25%
Saturated Fat 4g
20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 8g
Cholesterol 12mg
4%
Sodium 236mg
10%
Total Carbohydrates 28g
9%
Dietary Fiber 4g
16%
Protein 5g
10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
PER SERVING: 262 cal, 16g fat (8g mono, 3g poly, 4g sat), 12mg chol, 5g protein, 28g carb, 4g fiber, 236mg sodium
