Are you looking for a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion? Look no further than the pomegranate pear salad! This vibrant salad combines the sweetness of juicy pears, the tartness of tangy pomegranate arils, the crunch of crisp walnuts, and the creaminess of crumbled goat cheese. Dressed with a light and flavorful honey-balsamic vinaigrette, this salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're serving it as a side dish or a main course, this salad is sure to be a hit. Read on for the best recipe to create this mouthwatering dish in your own kitchen.
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ARUGULA, PEAR AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD WITH POMEGRANATE VINAIGRETTE
I think this makes a perfect holiday salad. I will be making it for Thanksgiving and will report back. Source: Food52. com / brigidc's. This is her description of the salad. Sweet, salty, tart, crunchy and spicy, this salad has perfect flavor and texture balance. The inspiration was pomegranate molasses, which I learned about when I worked on a Persian food class. I like how the molasses takes the acidic edge off the vinaigrette but it is still tangy and delicious. Be sure to try this no fuss, no muss recipe Recipe #446884 I made my own pomegranate molasses: Recipe #490458 It's easy and can be reduced to make a smaller amount. It can be stored up to 6 months.
Provided by Chicagoland Chef du
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Vinaigrette Dressing:.
- In a small bowl combine the shallot, pomegranate molasses, vinegar, salt and pepper and whisk until the salt is dissolved.
- Whisk in the olive oil and let vinaigrette stand at room temperature until salad is assembled.
- Salad:.
- Combine the arugula, romaine, pears and half of the pomegranate seeds in a large bowl.
- Crumble half of the goat cheese over the ingredients in the bowl (this works best if the cheese is very cold).
- Whisk the vinaigrette until uniform and add all but 2 tablespoons of it to the bowl.
- Gently toss the salad with your hands or salad tongs, coating the ingredients well with the vinaigrette. If the salad seems dry, add the vinaigrette in small increments until it is dressed to your liking.
- Crumble the remaining cheese over the salad and sprinkle the remaining pomegranate seeds and the pistachios over the top. Serve immediately.
PEAR AND POMEGRANATE SALAD
A fall and winter favorite--I am always eager for pomegranates to come in season so I can make this again. I make my own pomegranate juice by pressing the seeds against a metal sieve.
Provided by JPMJ
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes
Time 12m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Divide the lettuce between two bowls. Halve and core the pear, then cut each half in slices. Divide the pear slices and pomegranate seeds among the two bowls and mix gently.
- Combine the vegetable oil, pomegranate juice, lemon juice, mustard, honey, and pepper in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently, until the dressing thickens slightly, about 2 minutes. Pour the warm dressing over the salads and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.6 calories, Carbohydrate 23.5 g, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 88 mg, Sugar 15.4 g
PEAR AND POMEGRANATE SALAD WITH GORGONZOLA AND CHAMPAGNE VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- In a decorative bowl or platter, add the spinach or romaine. Cut the pear into fans, and then slice again on the diagonal, add the greens, crumble the Gorgonzola onto the salad and then drizzle with about half of the vinaigrette. Top with fresh cracked pepper and lightly drizzle the whole salad with the honey. Serve immediately.
- In a small bowl or glass jar, add all the ingredients except the olive oil. Mix well, then slowly drizzle in the olive oil to combine. Refrigerate until ready to use.
POMEGRANATE PEAR AND ARUGULA SALAD
A wonderful salad. The dressing is one of our favorites and we frequently serve it atop lettuce with raspberries, pear, and walnuts. Recipe adapted from a Trader Joe's recipe.
Provided by januarybride
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place arugula, pomegranate seeds and walnut pieces in a salad bowl. Pour in dressing and toss.
- Divide salad among plates, top each salad with pears and blue cheese.
SPINACH AND PEAR SALAD WITH POMEGRANATE DRESSING
If you've never cut open a pomegranate, you might be in for a messy surprise. The best way to get the seeds out with out staining your clothes and counter is to cut the fruit in half, and then submerge it in a bowl of water. Then you can use your fingers to remove the white pith, releasing the juicy seeds. Once you've freed all the pomegranate seeds, pour the contents of the bowl into a colander and transfer the seeds to a paper towel to dry. If you don't have white balsamic vinegar, you can use the regular kind. -- from the book Feed the Belly.
Provided by Peachie Keene
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- whisk together the garlic, oil, vinegar, pomegranate juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Place the spinach in a large serving bowl, Add the pear slices and walnuts and toss gently.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss again.
- Divide the salad among 4 serving bowls. Sprinkle the pomegranate seeds and Parmesan evenly over each serving.
HOLIDAY POMEGRANATE, PEAR, AND GRAPE SALAD WITH CANDIED PECANS
A stunningly gorgeous salad of rich autumn colors-- perfect for Thanksgiving entertaining, and all through the holidays! My candied pecans recipe recipe #117774 are absolutely wonderful in this salad!
Provided by BecR2400
Categories Cheese
Time 15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Make candied pecans.
- In a large bowl, toss together the pomegranate seeds, grapes, red onion, and the blue cheese.
- Divide torn lettuce leaves among 8 salad plates, and top each salad with the fruit mixture.
- Halve and core pears and cut into 1/2-inch slices-- put a pear half, skin side up, in the center of each salad.
- Arrange candied pecans around the pears.
- Just before serving, heat balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and brown sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat, cooking and stirring until brown sugar dissolves. Off the heat, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle warm dressing over each salad, sprinkle with orange zest, and serve right away.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.2, Fat 8.4, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 3.2, Sodium 76.9, Carbohydrate 38.4, Fiber 5, Sugar 28.3, Protein 2.5
WATERCRESS, PEAR AND POMEGRANATE SALAD
Categories Salad Fruit Leafy Green Side No-Cook Vegetarian Quick & Easy Feta Pear Winter Healthy Pomegranate Watercress Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk first 5 ingredients in small bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine watercress and lettuce in bowl. Pour all but 2 tablespoons dressing over; toss to coat. Divide greens among 6 plates. Arrange 4 pear wedges in spoke pattern on each plate. Drizzle 2 tablespoons dressing over pears. Sprinkle with cheese and pomegranate kernels.
PEAR & POMEGRANATE SALAD
Pomegranate seeds and Boursin cheese add zip to this cool salad of Bosc pears over lettuce. Look for the 5.2-ounce Boursin, which has a firmer texture than the spreadable version. -Erika Monroe-Williams, Scottsdale, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a blender, combine the first 7 ingredients. Cut one pear lengthwise in half; peel, core and coarsely chop 1 pear half. Add chopped pear to blender; cover and process until blended. Cut remaining pears and pear half lengthwise into 1/4-in. slices., Arrange lettuce on 4 plates. Top with pears, pomegranate seeds and pecans; sprinkle with cheese. Drizzle with dressing; serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 388 calories, Fat 29g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 74mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
ARUGULA, PEAR & POMEGRANATE SALAD
This right here is one of my very favorite salads. Its incredibly simple with just a handful of ingredients but the colors and flavors are beautiful! Peppery tender arugula, sweet pears & the sweet crunch of pomegranate seeds. I'll be serving this salad at Christmas dinner; after antipasto and before dinner. To dress this, I...
Provided by Angela LeMoine
Categories Lettuce Salads
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. I definitely recommend making the vinaigrette a day or two before, it allows the flavors to really meld. I love making vinaigrettes in mason jars or the like, its just really easy. So go head and pour in the red wine vinegar, olive oil, chopped shallot, dried oregano, salt and a little pepper. Refrigerate.
- 2. To plate I used a shallow bowl, piled on a few big handfuls of the baby arugula, half a pears worth for each plate and a good sprinkling of the pomegranate seeds. Are the colors gorgeous together or what?!?!
- 3. Give the vinaigrette a good shaking to combine everything before serving and drizzle just a bit over top. Finish with fresh cracked pepper.
PEAR AND POMEGRANATE SALAD
Categories Fruit Leafy Green Pear
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Divide the lettuce between two bowls. Halve and core the pear, then cut each half in slices. Divide the pear slices and pomegranate seeds among the two bowls and mix gently.
- Combine the vegetable oil, pomegranate juice, lemon juice, mustard, honey, and pepper in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently, until the dressing thickens slightly, about 2 minutes.
- Pour the warm dressing over the salads and serve.
POMEGRANATE PEAR SALAD
AWESOME. . .love this stuff. I buy the pomegranate seeds ready to go at Trader Joe's, but if you don't have the luxury of a TJ's nearby, here is a great tip for peeling pomegranate -- score the skin of the fruit and submerge in a bowl of cool water, peel underwater - the seeds will fall to the bottom, the peel and that papery membrane stuff will float to the top and can be skimmed off. Note that cooking time is marinating time. Found on Let's Eat.
Provided by januarybride
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the sliced pears and pomegranate seeds into a bowl. Toss with lemon juice to coat.
- Combine the brown sugar, nutmeg, and cinnamon in a small cup or bowl, then mix into the fruit.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to blend the flavors. Serve in individual dishes, and garnish with a sprinkling of chopped almonds and a sprig of mint.
JICAMA PEAR POMEGRANATE SALAD RECIPE - (4.7/5)
Provided by erinstargirl
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Put pomegranate molasses, lime zest and juice, ginger, olive oil, and salt in a small Mason jar. Cover and shake well. In a small bowl, gently toss together jicama sticks, pear sticks, and arils. Place spinach on plates and top with jicama and fruit mixture. Dress as desired.
Tips for Making a Refreshing Pomegranate Pear Salad:
- Select ripe and juicy pears: Choose firm yet ripe pears that are slightly soft to the touch. This ensures they are sweet and flavorful.
- Use fresh pomegranate arils: Fresh pomegranate arils add a vibrant color and a sweet-tart flavor to the salad. If you don't have fresh arils, you can use store-bought arils or dried arils that have been rehydrated.
- Make a flavorful dressing: The dressing is crucial in enhancing the flavors of the salad. Use a combination of olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard for a balanced and tangy dressing.
- Add some crunch: To add texture and crunch to the salad, incorporate toasted nuts or seeds like walnuts, pecans, or sunflower seeds.
- Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs like mint or cilantro add a refreshing touch and enhance the overall flavor profile of the salad.
- Garnish with pomegranate arils: Before serving, sprinkle some extra pomegranate arils on top of the salad for a vibrant and appetizing presentation.
Conclusion:
A delightful combination of sweet pears, tangy pomegranate arils, and a zesty dressing, this salad offers a refreshing and flavorful experience. The contrasting textures and vibrant colors make it a visually appealing dish. Whether served as a light lunch, a side dish, or as part of a buffet, the Pomegranate Pear Salad is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you feeling invigorated. So, gather your ingredients, follow the simple steps, and indulge in this delightful culinary creation.
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