Pear and Parsnip Salad

Yields:	6 servings
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3	cups	parsnips	diced
2	cups	water
3	tablespoons	scallions, spring or green onions	thinly sliced
1	x	salad dressing, low-fat	honey and yogurt
3	medium	pears	firm, ripe
1	tablespoon	lemon juice
1	x	black pepper	freshly ground, optional

Combine parsnips and 2 c. water in a small saucepan; bring to a boil.

Cover and reduce heat and heat 5 min.

Drain and rinse under cold water.

Drain well.

Combine parsnips, green onions and 1/4 c. plus 2 t. honey yogurt dressing in a medium bowl.

Stir well. Cover and chill.

Cut pears in half lengthwise; core and cut lengthwise into thin slice, keeping slices intact.

Brush cut sides with lemon juice.

Place 1 cut pear half on each of 6 plates, separating slices to form a fan.

Top each with 1/2 c parnsip mixture and 1 t. remaining honey yogurt dressing.

Sprinkle with pepper if desired.

These were great! Soft and moist. A huge hit at the office! Will definetly make again and again.

Reviewed by sparkicam