Fig, prosciutto, pear and witlof salad with pomegranate vinaigrette

1.For pomegranate vinaigrette, reserve 1/3 cup seeds, then place remaining seeds in a heavy sieve over a bowl and, using a wooden rolling pin, crush other seeds to extract as much juice as possible then discard solids. Combine pomegranate juice with an equal quantity of extra-virgin olive oil.

2.Drain pears, then thinly slice lengthways. Alternatively lay witlof, figs, prosciutto and pears in a large shallow bowl, scatter with reserved pomegranate seeds and pour vinaigrette over. Season to taste with salt and ground black pepper and serve immediately.