Crunchy Pear And Celery Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 stalks celery, trimmed and cut in half crosswise
2 2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar or 2 tablespoons other fruit vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 ripe pears, preferably red Bartlett, diced
1 cup finely diced white cheddar cheese
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted in a skillet over low-medium heat for 2-4 minutes
fresh ground pepper
6 large lettuce leaves, use more if chopping

Preparation

Soak celery in a bowl of ice water for 15 minutes. Drain and pat dry. Cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
Whisk vinegar, honey, and salt in a large bowl until blended.
Add pears; gently stir to coat.
Add the celery, cheese, and pecans; stir to combine. Season with pepper.
Divide the lettuce leaves among six plates and top with a portion of salad. Serve at room temperature or chilled.