Welcome to the world of flavors with our Asian pear and watercress salad with sesame dressing! This refreshing and vibrant salad is a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and nutty flavors, making it an ideal dish for any occasion. The crisp Asian pears and peppery watercress create a delightful contrast in textures, while the homemade sesame dressing adds a rich and aromatic touch to the dish. Whether you're looking for a light lunch, a healthy side dish, or an impressive appetizer, this Asian pear and watercress salad is sure to satisfy your cravings. So, gather your ingredients and let's embark on a culinary journey filled with Asian flavors!
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ASIAN SALAD WITH SESAME DRESSING
Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 20m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Add 1 at a time through the feed tube of a running blender, vinegar, shallot, salt, pepper, tahini, and sesame seeds. Leaving the blender running add the oil in a slow thin stream. Set aside briefly.
- Toss greens, corn, orange, bell pepper, water chestnuts, and tomatoes together in a large bowl with enough dressing to coat. Serve with additional dressing on the side.
ASIAN PEAR AND WATERCRESS SALAD WITH SESAME DRESSING
Categories Salad Ginger No-Cook Vegetarian Fall Asian Pear Watercress Sesame Gourmet
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Make dressing:
- Blend all dressing ingredients in a blender until smooth.
- Prepare salad:
- Peel pear and cut into 1/8- to 1/4-inch-thick julienne, then transfer to a bowl.
- Combine watercress and pear in a bowl, then season with salt and pepper and toss gently. Divide among plates, then drizzle with some dressing and sprinkle with carrot.
FRESH PEAR SALAD WITH ASIAN SESAME DRESSING
Pears are now used in all aspects of cooking. Try this salad that's made exciting with pears and a delicious Asian dressing! Adapted from Southern Living magazine.
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 15m
Yield 2-4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- To make the dressing:.
- Whisk the vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil and red pepper with the oil. Set aside. (Makes 1/2 cup).
- To make salad:.
- Toss together the cabbage, lettuce, pears, carrots, and green onion in a large bowl, and drizzle with Asian Sesame Dressing, tossing gently to coat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 527.8, Fat 29, SaturatedFat 4, Sodium 572.8, Carbohydrate 71.2, Fiber 15.2, Sugar 44.5, Protein 4.5
WATERCRESS SALAD WITH SOY-SESAME DRESSING
Provided by Moira Hodgson
Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Trim the stalks from the watercress. Wash and spin dry the leaves. Rinse the endive and slice it lengthwise into thin slivers. Place the endive in a salad bowl with the watercress.
- Remove the pith from the orange segments and cut them into small pieces.
- In a small bowl, combine the garlic with the soy sauce, the vinegar and the sesame and olive oils. Crush the garlic into the dressing with a fork, and then remove it. Season the dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
- Toss the salad in the dressing and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 165, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 180 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
QUICK AND EASY ASIAN SESAME CUCUMBER SALAD
A chilled sesame salad of spiralized cucumber. It reminds me of the seaweed salad you get at Japanese restaurants, but just cucumbers.
Provided by Carol Castellucci Miller
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut cucumbers into long, thin noodle shapes using a spiralizer set to the thinnest setting.
- Place cucumber noodles in a fine-mesh strainer set over a bowl. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and toss until combined. Let cucumber stand until moisture is drawn out, about 30 minutes.
- Whisk rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, and sugar together in a bowl until sugar is dissolved. Add cucumber; toss gently until coated. Season with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt; sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 958.4 mg, Sugar 5 g
WATERCRESS AND MUSHROOM SALAD WITH ASIAN DRESSING
Steps:
- Combine vinegar, orange peel and mustard in large bowl. Gradually whisk in broth, sesame oil and olive oil. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
- Place mushrooms and green onions in large bowl. Pour 1/4 cup dressing over mushroom mixture. Toss to coat well. Let stand 45 minutes at room temperature. (Can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover and chill.)
- Add watercress and remaining dressing to mushroom mixture and toss. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper. Serve salad immediately.
GRILLED STEAK SALAD WITH ASIAN DRESSING
BBQ steak salad with a sesame-rice vinegar dressing.
Provided by Joanne Zalapski Samchyk
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes
Time 1h45m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Season both side of the rib eye steak with soy sauce and steak seasoning. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour to overnight.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Grill steak on preheated grill until firm, reddish-pink, and juicy in the center, about 6 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 130 degrees F (54 degrees C). Transfer steak to a platter, sprinkle with lemon juice, and cover loosely with aluminum foil. Allow meat to rest for about 10 minutes, then cut into strips.
- Whisk rice vinegar, olive oil, sugar, sesame oil, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes together in a small bowl. Combine lettuce, cucumber, avocado, tomato, carrot, red onion, and steak strips in a large bowl. Pour rice vinegar dressing over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 704.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.9 g, Cholesterol 60.7 mg, Fat 52.6 g, Fiber 12.2 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 1000.5 mg, Sugar 19.6 g
Tips:
- Choose ripe Asian pears. Look for pears that are slightly soft to the touch and have a sweet, fragrant aroma.
- Use a sharp knife to slice the pears. This will help prevent the pears from browning.
- Add the watercress just before serving. This will help prevent the watercress from wilting.
- Make the sesame dressing ahead of time. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Serve the salad immediately. This is when the pears and watercress are at their best.
Conclusion:
This Asian pear and watercress salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The sweet and juicy pears pair perfectly with the peppery watercress, and the sesame dressing adds a delicious umami flavor. This salad is also very easy to make, and it can be prepared in just 15 minutes. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious side dish, give this Asian pear and watercress salad a try. You won't be disappointed!
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