Treat your taste buds to a culinary adventure with the Asian pear and avocado salad, a vibrant blend of flavors and textures that will transport you to the exotic lands of the Orient. This unique salad combines the delicate sweetness of Asian pears with the creamy richness of avocados, both dressed in a tantalizing garam masala syrup that adds a touch of warmth and complexity to the dish. With its colorful presentation and symphony of flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering, leaving your guests craving for more.
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ASIAN PEAR AND AVOCADO SALAD WITH GARAM MASALA SYRUP
Categories Salad Fruit Leafy Green Appetizer Quick & Easy Pear Spice Avocado Summer Gourmet Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Make syrup:
- Bring all syrup ingredients to a boil in a 1-quart heavy saucepan, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Reduce heat and simmer until syrup is reduced to about 1/2 cup, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let steep, covered, 1 hour. Pour syrup through a sieve into a bowl, discarding solids.
- Prepare salad:
- Heat a dry heavy 10-inch skillet over moderate heat until hot, then toast pumpkin seeds, stirring constantly, until puffed and beginning to pop, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer seeds to a plate and season with salt.
- Halve, pit, and peel avocados, then thinly slice lengthwise. Gently toss slices with 2 tablespoons lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste, then gently toss with 1/4 cup syrup.
- Halve pears and core, then thinly slice lengthwise. Toss pear slices with remaining 2 tablespoons lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste. Stir in remaining 1/4 cup syrup.
- Drain pears, reserving syrup, and arrange slices on 4 plates. Transfer avocado slices to plates with a slotted spoon, discarding syrup. Toss greens with reserved syrup from pears and salt and pepper to taste. Mound greens next to avocado and pear slices and sprinkle with pumpkin seeds.
ASIAN PEAR SALAD WITH TAMARI PECANS AND MAYTAG BLUE CHEESE
Ever since American chefs discovered the amazing food marriage of tree fruits and blue cheese, they have served the two in many forms. Pears are classic, but nearly all tree fruits work well. Go through the seasons: cherries, peaches, plums, apples, and then pears. As much as I like them all, pears remain my favorite. For this salad, I like crisp, moist Asian pears (also called Japanese pears), which can be sliced ahead of time because they don't brown easily. They are also fairly easy to find. null The blue cheese clearly is the dominant ingredient. You don't usually think of cheese with Asian flavors, but in this preparation, it's dynamite. Everything works here: The tamari takes the pecans to a new taste level, and the bitter greens and the reduced pear juice dressing provide just the right spark for this rich, sweet and salty salad.
Provided by Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 1h45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the vinegar and syrup. Whisk in the oil and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the greens, pecans and currants. Sprinkle with the cheese and season lightly with salt and pepper. Whisk the dressing again and drizzle it over the salad.
- Toss the salad gently and briefly; you do not want the cheese to crumble any further and clump together.
- Divide the salad among 4 chilled salad plates. Fan the pear slices over each serving.
- Put the pear juice in a saucepan and set over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and skim the thick foam that rises to the surface.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer very gently, skimming occasionally, for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the juice reduces to the consistency of maple syrup.
- Let cool to room temperature. Use now or cover and refrigerate for up to 3 weeks.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a shallow bowl, stir the tamari and molasses together to blend. Season with cayenne and salt, to taste.
- Add the pecans and toss until they are coated. Transfer the pecans to a clean kitchen towel and let drain briefly.
- Spread the pecans on a wire rack set on a baking sheet and roast for about 10 minutes, or until fairly dry and toasted.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the rack. Chop the pecans into 1/4-inch pieces.
ASIAN PEAR SALAD WITH TAMARI PECANS AND MAYTAG BLUE CHEESE
Steps:
- Place the pear vinegar and pear syrup in a small mixing bowl. Whisk in the lemon-o and set aside. In a large mixing bowl, combine the greens, tamari pecans, and currants. Sprinkle over with the blue cheese, then drizzle over with the dressing. Toss the salad gently and briefly, as you do not want the cheese crumbles to begin sticking together. Divide the salad onto the center of 2 chilled salad plates and garnish by fanning the pear slices around each salad.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Combine the tamari and molasses. Season, to taste, with salt and cayenne pepper. Toss with the pecans until they are well coated. Transfer the pecans onto a kitchen towel and allow to briefly drain. Roast the pecans on an icing rack until the pecans are fairly dry and toasted. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely. Chop the pecans into 1/4-inch pieces.
PEAR AND AVOCADO SALAD
This is a unique and interesting combination of pears and avocados that I ran across while looking for salad recipes in my cookbook collection. I made it and was surprised by the resulting tangy sweet salad that blended flavors very well.
Provided by Pepper Monkey
Categories Pears
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Halve and core the pears.
- Slice them thinly and brush with lemon juice to stop discoloration.
- Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits and peel them.
- Carefully cut each half into five slices.
- Also brush with lemon juice to prevent discoloration.
- Place watercress and arugala on plates to be served and arrange pears and avocados on top.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts on top.
- For the dressing combine all dressing ingredients in a jar and shake.
- Spoon dressing on top and crumble the cheese on top of it all.
- Serve immediately.
ASIAN PEAR AND FRISéE SALAD
Juicy Asian pear and a balsamic reduction play against the bitter edge of frisée-further mellowed by leeks hot from the pan.
Provided by Melissa Roberts
Time 20m
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Boil vinegar with sugar and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small heavy saucepan, stirring, until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a cup.
- Wash leeks and pat dry. Cook in oil with 1/4 teaspoon salt in cleaned saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Arrange frisée and pear on plates. Drizzle with hot leeks in oil, then vinegar reduction. Grind pepper over salads.
ASIAN PEAR SALAD
Delicious as a simple snack, Asian pears also work well with savory and sweet dishes. Its snappy texture is good with greens, prosciutto, and dates in a seasonal salad.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, toss together greens, dates, prosciutto, mint, and pear. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice and oil; season with salt and pepper. Pour mixture over salad. Toss to combine well, and serve immediately.
ASIAN PEAR SALAD FOR TWO
"I created this recipe using ingredients I had on hand from a recent party-and was delighted with the outcome! It's beautiful to look at, delicious and so simple to fix. I get raves over it." -Shirlee Bodfield, Tucson, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Divide salad mix among two serving plates. Top with pears and cheese; drizzle with dressing. Sprinkle with almonds.
Nutrition Facts :
ASIAN PEAR SALAD
This recipe is from my favorite chef, Nathan Lyon. I saw him make this on his program and just had to get the recipe, it looked so good. Prep time = cook time.
Provided by kitty.rock
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 10m
Yield 4 1/2 cup servings, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl combine the Asian pear, radicchio, baby greens, blue cheese, and pecans.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar (or honey), pinch of salt, and a few good grinds of pepper.
- Add the shallots to the vinaigrette then set aside.
- When serving, dress the greens lightly, season to taste, and serve immediately.
Tips:
- Choose ripe avocados and Asian pears for the best flavor and texture.
- Use fresh herbs like cilantro, mint, or basil to add a pop of color and flavor to the salad.
- If you don't have garam masala on hand, you can substitute a mixture of ground cumin, coriander, and cardamom.
- For a sweeter dressing, add a little honey or maple syrup.
- If you're short on time, you can use store-bought dressing instead of making your own.
Conclusion:
This Asian pear and avocado salad with garam masala syrup is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The combination of sweet, savory, and tart flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this salad is a great option for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
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