Pear salad is a refreshing and satisfying dish that is perfect for any occasion. Its combination of sweet, salty and sour flavors makes it a delight to the palate, while its vibrant colors make it a visual feast. With the addition of feta, bacon, hazelnuts and shallot vinaigrette, this salad is elevated to a gourmet experience that will impress even the most discerning diner.
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BACON PEAR SALAD WITH PARMESAN DRESSING
This simple salad is an elegant side dish for any menu. With a blend of fresh pears and warm, comforting flavors, it's perfect for special meals. -Rachel Lewis, Danville, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine lettuce and kale. Top with pears, pepper jack cheese and bacon. In a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, mustard, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder and pepper. Gradually whisk in enough milk to reach desired consistency. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 335mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
PEAR, FETA, AND LETTUCE SALAD
The fresh taste of pears, balsamic vinaigrette, and feta cheese blend wonderfully in this light salad.
Provided by Steph
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place the lettuce into a salad bowl, sprinkle on the feta cheese in a layer, and top with a layer of Bosc and Asian pears. Serve with balsamic vinaigrette on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.5 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 28 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 708.7 mg, Sugar 9.7 g
PEAR SALAD WITH BACON AND SHERRY VINAIGRETTE
This delicious and seasonal pear salad with bacon and sherry vinaigrette comes courtesy of chef Todd English.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Time 30m
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. In a medium bowl, toss halved pears with butter, sugar, and rosemary. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer pears to a baking sheet, cut-side up, and roast until tender and well browned, 20 to 25 minutes; set aside to cool.
- In a medium bowl, combine shallot, bacon, and vinegar. Slowly whisk in olive oil and 2 tablespoons of bacon fat. Season with salt and pepper. Using a box grater, grate the Asian pear on the small holes into the vinaigrette; stir to combine. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine greens. Drizzle with enough vinaigrette to coat; toss to combine. Transfer to a large platter, and top with roasted pears. Spoon remaining vinaigrette over pears, and top with shaved cheese; serve immediately.
PEAR, PERSIMMON AND HAZELNUT SALAD
Provided by Christine Muhlke
Categories easy, weekday, salads and dressings
Time 1h
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Macerate the shallot in sherry vinegar and a pinch of salt and pepper for an hour or more. Add hazelnut oil; taste and adjust seasoning.
- Just before serving, toss pears, persimmons and endive in a bowl and dress with vinaigrette. Season to taste. Serve over greens, if using, and sprinkle with hazelnuts, Stilton and pomegranate seeds.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 310, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 439 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams
HAZELNUT AND PEAR SALAD
My husband, daughter and I raise hazelnuts in the Willamette Valley-so this salad is a family favorite. Since our home state of Oregon grows pears and cherries, too, I included them in the recipe I dreamed up. -Karen Kirsch, Saint Paul, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- For dressing, place 1/3 cup hazelnuts, 2 tablespoons onion, water, vinegar, sugar, salt, garlic and paprika in a food processor; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. , In a large bowl, combine salad greens and remaining onion; add 1/2 cup dressing and toss to coat. Divide among six salad plates., Top each salad with pear, cheese, cherries and remaining hazelnuts; drizzle with the remaining dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 22g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 332mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
PEAR SALAD WITH FETA, BACON, HAZELNUTS AND SHALLOT VINAIGRETTE
Categories Salad Leafy Green Feta Pear Bacon Winter Hazelnut Endive Bon Appétit
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add shallots; sauté until tender and golden, about 8 minutes. Transfer to small bowl; cool. Cook bacon in same skillet until crisp. Transfer to paper towels; drain. Crumble bacon into small pieces. Whisk vinegar and remaining 1/2 cup oil in medium bowl to blend. Stir in shallots. Season dressing generously with salt and pepper.
- Combine watercress, endive and pears in large bowl. Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with feta cheese, hazelnuts and bacon and serve.
GORGONZOLA PEAR SALAD WITH MERLOT SHALLOT DRESSING
An elegant summer salad...found at The Fresh Market and tweaked slightly! Not sure why it was dubbed "Merlot" Shallot Dressing, as the original recipe calls for Rose. I used a Pinot Noir and enjoyed the results, so I think any lighter red will work well.
Provided by FolkDiva
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 40m
Yield 4 salads, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine shallots and wine in a medium sauce pan over high heat. Bring liquid to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until reduced to 1/4 cup, about 20 to 30 minutes.
- Let mixture cool completely. Add vinegar, sugar, garlic and mustard. Slowly whisk in olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate dressing until ready to serve.
- In a large bowl, mix baby lettuce, cheese, walnuts and bacon. Add pears and toss with Merlot Shallot Dressing just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 701.4, Fat 57.6, SaturatedFat 10.5, Cholesterol 19.3, Sodium 411.6, Carbohydrate 19.1, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 10.2, Protein 8.7
PEAR SALAD WITH WARM SHALLOT DRESSING
Provided by Lucy Footlik
Categories Salad Quick & Easy Blue Cheese Pear Walnut Fall Winter Watercress Bon Appétit Dallas Texas
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add shallots and sauté until translucent, about 4 minutes. Mix in lemon juice and broth. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Toss lettuce, watercress and warm dressing in large bowl. Divide greens among 6 plates. Arrange pear slices in spoke pattern on greens, dividing equally. Sprinkle with walnuts and cheese.
ROASTED PEAR AND SHALLOT SALAD WITH SHERRY-DIJON VINAIGRETTE
This salad incorporates seasonal fruits and vegetables and uses simple techniques to enhance their flavor.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, 3 tablespoons vinegar, and 2 tablespoons oil; season with salt and pepper. Arrange pears and shallots in a single layer in a small roasting pan; pour honey mixture on top, and toss well to coat. Cook until pears and shallots are easily pierced with the tip of a paring knife, about 30 minutes, turning them over halfway through.
- Meanwhile, make vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together remaining 2 tablespoons vinegar, 3 tablespoons oil, and mustard; season with salt and pepper.
- Remove roasted pears and shallots from roasting pan. Place pan over high heat; add the water, and cook, scraping up any browned bits from bottom of pan with a wooden spoon, until liquid is reduced by half. Whisk mixture into vinaigrette.
- Combine frisee and endive in a large bowl; toss with vinaigrette. Divide among plates, and arrange pears, shallots, and walnuts alongside.
Tips:
- Choose ripe but firm pears for the salad. This will ensure that they hold their shape when tossed with the other ingredients.
- To make the shallot vinaigrette, use a good quality olive oil and vinegar. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the dressing.
- If you don't have any hazelnuts on hand, you can substitute another type of nut, such as walnuts or pecans.
- To save time, you can cook the bacon in the oven instead of on the stovetop.
- This salad is best served immediately after it is made. However, you can store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Conclusion:
This pear salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. The combination of sweet pears, salty bacon, creamy feta cheese, and crunchy hazelnuts is sure to please everyone at the table. The shallot vinaigrette adds a tangy touch that brings all of the flavors together. This salad is also a great way to use up any leftover pears you may have.
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