RECIPE # 4345 PECAN SMOKED TROUT SALAD July 24, 2009 - NewsChannel5.com | Nashville News, Weather & Sports

VICKY MURPHY / INLAND SEAFOOD

Pecan Smoked Trout Salad

                   8        oz. pecan smoked trout, skin removed

                   1        lb. mixed spring salad greens

                   2        fresh ripe pears, peeled, cored & sliced

                   4        oz. cambozola or smoked cheddar cheese, crumbled

                   1/4     cup walnut oil

                   2        tablespoons balsamic vinegar

                   2        tablespoons chopped mint

                   1        tablespoon chopped green onions

                   1        teaspoon Dijon mustard

                   1        teaspoon salt

                   1/8     teaspoon cracked black pepper

                   1/8     teaspoon sugar

                   1/3     cup pecan pieces, toasted         

          Spread salad greens in large platter.  Layer pear slices, cheese and trout over greens.  In a small bowl, combine oil, vinegar, mint, onions, mustard, salt, pepper and sugar.  Stir with a whisk.  Pour over salad ingredients.  Top with pecan pieces.  Serves 4 as an appetizer.