Ingredients
1/3 cup plus 1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts, toasted, divided2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup chopped red onion, divided2 tablespoons water4-1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar4-1/2 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1 garlic clove, halved1/8 teaspoon paprika1/4 cup olive oil1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens1 medium pear, thinly sliced1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese1/4 cup dried cherries
Preparation
For dressing, place 1/3 cup hazelnuts, 2 tablespoons onion, water, vinegar, sugar, salt, garlic and paprika in a food processor; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream.
In a large bowl, combine salad greens and remaining onion; add 1/2 cup dressing and toss to coat. Divide among six salad plates.
Top each salad with pear, cheese, cherries and remaining hazelnuts; drizzle with the remaining dressing.
