Summer Salad with Chicken, Asiago, Pears and Cashews

I think the name of this dish says it all.  It is such a wonderful blend of flavors.  It's also very light, yet filling.  I love the use of the Asiago cheese in this.  Compared to Parmesan cheese, Asiago is milder, less salty and softer.  Great salad.  Enjoy!
Ingredients:
For dressing:
-1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
-1 Tbs balsamic vinegar
-2 tsp honey
-1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
-1/8 tsp salt
-1/8 tsp pepper
For salad:
-5 oz baby spinach
-1 cup cooked chicken
-1 medium ripe pear, sliced
-1/2 cup cashew halves and pieces
-1/2 cup shaved Asiago cheese
Directions:
In a small jar with tight -fitting lid, shake all the dressing ingredients.
Right before serving, toss the spinach with the dressing in a salad bowl.  Add the remaining ingredients and serve immediately.  Enjoy!

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