Pear Fig Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 cups torn romaine lettuce
6 fresh figs, quartered
1 large ripe but firm pear, peeled and thinly sliced
1/4 cup toasted pecans, chopped
1/4 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Preparation

Combine romaine lettuce, figs, pear, pecans, Gruyere cheese, and onion in a large bowl. Drizzle evenly with olive oil and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Toss lightly and serve.