Best 7 Asian Pear And Walnut Salad Recipes

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Looking for an exquisite salad recipe that combines the unique flavors of Asian pear and walnuts? Join us on a culinary adventure as we explore a recipe that brings these two distinct ingredients together in perfect harmony. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a delightful blend of sweetness, crunch, and freshness. This Asian pear and walnut salad is a masterpiece that offers a refreshing twist to your regular salad routine. Embrace the vibrant colors and discover the subtle nuances of flavors in this culinary delight.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ASIAN PEAR AND WALNUT SALAD



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Categories     Fruit     Nut     No-Cook     Quick & Easy

Yield Makes 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Salad:
1 pkg salad mix (prefer spring or Italian mix)
1 med-large Asian Pear, thinly sliced
1 container of Gorgonzola or Blue cheese, crumbled
1 bag English Walnuts, halved
Dressing:
1/2 C Vegetable oil
1/4 C Sugar
1/4 C White Wine Vinegar
10 dashes Tabasco sauce
1 tsp Garlic & Wine seasoning (Melting Pot)
Salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200 degrees. Evenly spread walnuts on a cookie sheet. Bake for 5-10 mins or until you can smell them. Once them are finished, allow them to cool before adding them into the salad. Mix dressing ingredients in a air-tight container. Add lid and shake to combine ingredients. Set dressing aside. Make thin slices of the asian pears. Open packages salad mix and place in serving dish or bowl. Arrange pears, walnuts, and Gorgonzola/Blue cheese. Top with dressing, mix, and serve.

ASIAN PEAR SALAD WITH TINY BEANS, RICE WINE VINAIGRETTE, HONEY CRUSTED ALMONDS AND PEAR GLAZED SCALLOPS



Asian Pear Salad with Tiny Beans, Rice Wine Vinaigrette, Honey Crusted Almonds and Pear Glazed Scallops image

Provided by Food Network

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/4 pound haricot vert
1 sweet red pepper
4 small heads frisee
1/4 pound mizuna
1/4 pound baby spinach
1 head radicchio
1 shallot, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon mirin
2 tablespoons pear nectar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1/4 cup canola oil
8 to 12 ounces pristine scallops
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1 slice of fresh ginger
1 tablespoon pickling spice
1/4 cup pear nectar
Salt
Pepper

Steps:

  • Blanch the haricot vert and reserve.
  • Finely julienne red pepper and reserve.
  • Clean all the greens. Trim and cut frisee in half and reserve along with haricot vert and peppers To Finish:
  • In one saute pan season and sear the frisee, toss in the other greens, haricot vert, peppers and the vinaigrette. Season and toss, then remove to plates.
  • In a second saute pan, which should be very hot, season and sear the scallops then glaze and arrange on salad. Garnish with honeyspice almonds.
  • Prepare vinaigrette by blending all ingredients.
  • Almonds: 1/2 cup honey 1 tablespoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground chili flakes 1 cup toasted whole almonds
  • Prepare almonds by caramelizing honey, then add in spices and stir in almonds. Remove from heat and quickly separate almonds onto an oiled sheet pan so they wont clump together. Allow to cool
  • Clean the scallops and reserve.
  • Prepare the glaze by combining sugar, water and spice in a small pan and reducing to a thick syrup. Strain into pear nectar.

ASIAN PEAR SALAD FOR TWO



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"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

2 cups hearts of romaine salad mix
1 medium pear, sliced
2-1/2 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
1/4 cup sesame ginger vinaigrette
1/3 cup oven-roasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Divide salad mix among two serving plates. Top with pears and cheese; drizzle with dressing. Sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts :

ASIAN PEAR SALAD



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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

1 Asian pear, peeled and medium dice
1/2 head radicchio, core removed, sliced thin
2 cups baby greens (beet greens, spinach, or arugula)
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
toasted pecans, crushed (optional)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon sugar or 1/4 teaspoon honey
kosher salt (to taste)
fresh ground pepper (to taste)
2 shallots, small dice

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.

WALNUT PEAR SALAD



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"This nutty salad is absolutely beautiful with mixed greens," suggests Marian Platt of Sequim, Washington. "Pears and apricot nectar add fruity sweetness."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup apricot nectar
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon minced fresh mint or 1/4 teaspoon dried mint
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground mustard
3 medium pears, peeled, halved and sliced
12 cups mixed salad greens
3/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first six ingredients; shake well. Combine the pears and dressing in a large serving bowl. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. , Just before serving, add greens to pear mixture; toss to coat. Sprinkle with walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 14g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 78mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

ASIAN PEAR, FENNEL, AND WALNUT SALAD



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Make and share this Asian Pear, Fennel, and Walnut Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Apple

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 fennel bulb
1 large Asian pear
2 1/2 tablespoons walnut oil
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1/3 cup chopped toasted walnut halves
1/4 cup coarsely grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Trim stalks and any discolored areas from fennel bulb. Cut bulb in half lengthwise, lay a flat side on a work surface, and cut into very thin slices.
  • Repeat with other half and set slices aside.
  • Cut pear into quarters and scoop out cores. Peel quarters and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Set aside.
  • Whisk together walnut oil, lemon juice, and salt in a small bowl. Taste and add more salt if you like.
  • Arrange fennel slices and pear slices on 4 salad plates. Drizzle each plate with 1 tablespoons dressing.
  • Arrange walnuts and parmesan on top. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

ASIAN PEAR SALAD



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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

2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
8 dried dates, pitted and quartered lengthwise
8 paper-thin slices prosciutto (about 4 ounces), cut crosswise into 1/4-inch strips
1 cup (about 8 sprigs) loosely packed mint leaves
1 Asian pear, cored and sliced into 1/2-inch wedges
4 cups (about 11 ounces) mixed frisee, baby arugula, and other small greens

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.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe Asian pears: Look for pears that are slightly soft when gently pressed and have a sweet aroma.
  • Use fresh walnuts: Toasted walnuts add a delicious nutty flavor to the salad. If you don't have fresh walnuts, you can toast them in a pan over medium heat for a few minutes until fragrant.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time: The dressing can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator. This makes it a great option for busy weeknights.
  • Assemble the salad just before serving: This will prevent the pears from oxidizing and turning brown.

Conclusion:

This Asian pear and walnut salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The combination of sweet pears, crunchy walnuts, and tangy dressing is sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, it's a healthy and nutritious salad that is packed with vitamins and minerals.

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