Description
Elevate your dining experience with this vibrant Pear Salad with Creamy Pomegranate Dressing. This delightful dish combines the crispness of fresh pears, crunchy nuts, and creamy cheese, all drizzled with a luscious dressing that perfectly balances sweet and tangy flavors. Whether you’re hosting a festive holiday gathering or enjoying a casual dinner, this salad will impress your guests while providing a nutritious boost. Quick to prepare and customizable to suit your taste preferences, it’s a versatile addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 ounces spring salad mix
- 2 pears (Anjou, Bosc or Bartlett), sliced or chopped
- 3/4 English cucumber, chopped
- 1 small red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup roasted and salted pepitas (may sub sunflower seeds)
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds (may sub 1/3 cup dried cranberries)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese
- 1 recipe caramelized nuts (I use walnuts; may sub roasted/not candied pistachios)
- 1 5.3 oz container Pomegranate Greek Yogurt
- 3 tablespoons Asian Sweet Chili Sauce
- 3 tablespoons pomegranate juice
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1–2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together all the dressing ingredients until smooth.
- Chill the dressing in the refrigerator while preparing the salad. This can be made ahead and stored for up to five days.
- If desired, adjust the flavor after chilling by adding honey for sweetness or more vinegar for tanginess.
- In a large serving bowl, combine all salad ingredients: spring mix, pears, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, pepitas, pomegranate seeds, and cheese.
- If serving immediately, drizzle your desired amount of dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- For any leftovers, serve individual portions dressed separately to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg