Romaine Salad with Pears & Pomegranate Arils

Vinaigrette

1/4 cup (4 Tbsp) OV Harvest Chocolate Balsamic Vinegar

2 Tbsp OV Harvest UP Extra Virgin Olive Oil – mild intensity or substitute Walnut Oil for a nutty taste

sea salt

Salad

1 head of Romaine – chopped

1/3 cup pomegranate Arils/Seeds

1 large red D’Anjou Pear – cored and chopped

2-3 scallions, thinly sliced

Gorgonzola crumbles or goat cheese on top (approx 3 oz)

Make the vinaigrette

In a small bowl, whisk (slow drizzle) the oil into the balsamic until well emulsified. Season with salt

Now the Salad

In a large bowl, toss the romaine, pear, pomegranate arils and scallions with half of the vinaigrette and season with salt. Top with cheese. Serve the remaining vinaigrette on the side.