2red pearsripe but firm, sliced (I used Starkrimson)
1/2cupbleu cheesecrumbled
2/3cuppistachios
Instructions
Place the thinly sliced cucumbers into a colander. Sprinkle evenly with 1 teaspoon salt and stir to distribute. Let the colander sit in the sink for at least 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. (This helps the cucumbers release some of their liquid.)
Meanwhile, in a large bowl stir together the red wine vinegar and olive oil. Add the sliced red onions and stir to coat.
When the cucumbers are ready, add them to the onions and stir.
Add the dried cranberries and sliced pears. Stir gently to combine.
Sprinkle with bleu cheese and pistachios and serve immediately.
Notes
This salad is best served immediately. If you want to make it ahead of time, add everything to the salad except the pears and the pistachios. Pears are so delicate (and brown so easily) that it's best to slice them just before you are going to eat. The pistachios will start to get soft if you let them sit in the salad, so reserve them and sprinkle them over each serving if you want.