Best 4 Pear Walnut Rice Salad Recipes

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Are you searching for a flavorsome and delightful dish that combines the subtle sweetness of pears, the nutty crunch of walnuts, and the earthy goodness of rice? Look no further than this delightful pear, walnut, and rice salad recipe. This satisfying salad is a delightful blend of textures and tastes, making it the perfect accompaniment to any meal. Whether you're looking for a refreshing lunch, a light dinner, or a vibrant side dish, this salad is sure to please.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

WALNUT RICE SALAD



Walnut Rice Salad image

Rice blends with walnuts, onions, chopped apple and a curried lemon dressing in this versatile salad. It could be a main luncheon salad in warm weather or a change-of-pace complement to a poultry or fish dinner any time of year.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 cups cooked rice
1-1/2 cups chopped walnuts
1 large tart apple, chopped
1 cup chopped green onion
1 large carrot, grated
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
DRESSING:
1/3 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Combine the first six ingredients. Combine the juice, honey, mayonnaise, garlic, salt and curry powder; gradually whisk in the oil. Just before serving, drizzle over rice salad.

Nutrition Facts :

PEAR & WALNUT RICE SALAD



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This comes together very quickly as I make the rice the night before when making dinner and then just set out to bring back to room temp. Best served at room temp.

Provided by Debbwl

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups cooked brown rice
1 large pear, cored and diced (firm works best)
3 green onions, sliced
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and coarsely chopped
1/3 cup blue cheese, crumbled
1/3 cup raspberry vinaigrette dressing
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
dried craisins or cherries, for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in medium bowl; toss to coat. Garnish with dried craisins or dried cherries 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.

PEAR & WALNUT SALAD WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



Pear & Walnut Salad With Balsamic Vinaigrette image

I came up with this salad recipe for Father's Day, and it was a huge hit. I strongly recommend recipe #154351 and recipe #323254 in this!! (I used both walnuts and pecans when making the candied nuts.) It's really pretty if you can get yellow pear tomatoes and use a red pepper, or vise versa.

Provided by Katzen

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 red peppers or 1 yellow pepper, sliced
1 pear, sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup walnuts
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
6 cups spring greens
1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette
pepper, freshly ground

Steps:

  • Assemble salad.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.4, Fat 16.2, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 26.8, Sodium 339.9, Carbohydrate 15.4, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 9.5, Protein 7.3

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, but firm pears for this salad. Hard pears will not have the best flavor and texture in the salad.
  • If you don't have any walnuts on hand, you can substitute another type of nut, such as pecans, almonds, or pistachios.
  • To make the salad more flavorful, you can add a few crumbled pieces of blue cheese or goat cheese.
  • If you are short on time, you can use pre-cooked rice for this salad.
  • This salad is also a great way to use up leftover rice.

Conclusion:

Pear, Walnut, and Rice Salad is a light and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice. The salad is packed with flavor and texture, thanks to the combination of sweet pears, crunchy walnuts, and savory rice. It is also a good source of fiber and protein. If you are looking for a healthy and delicious salad to add to your summer menu, this Pear, Walnut, and Rice Salad is a great option.

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