Best 7 Red Pear Grape Pecan Salad Recipes

If you're looking for a delightful and refreshing salad that combines sweet and savory flavors, then a red pear, grape, and pecan salad is the perfect choice for you. This vibrant salad features crisp red pears, juicy grapes, crunchy pecans, and a tangy vinaigrette dressing. It's not only delicious but also visually appealing, making it a great option for potlucks or dinner parties. With its mix of textures and flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

FENNEL-PEAR SALAD WITH GRAPES AND PECANS

Fennel-Pear Salad with Grapes and Pecans image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Ingredients

Steps:

Whisk 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar and 1 tablespoon each dijon mustard and mayonnaise. Gradually whisk in 1/4 cup olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Toss with 1 thinly sliced pear, 1/2 thinly sliced fennel bulb and 1 cup each halved grapes and sliced celery. Top with chopped toasted pecans and some chopped fennel fronds.

RED PEAR, GRAPE, PECAN SALAD

RED PEAR, GRAPE, PECAN SALAD image

Categories Salad Lettuce

Yield 8 people

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

3/4 cup(s) balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup(s) olive oil
6 tablespoon(s) brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
1/4 teaspoon(s) ground black pepper
1 pound(s) red leaf or butter lettuce
1 pomegranate, seeded
32 large dark seedless grapes, halved
1 large red onion, sliced into thin rings
1/2 cup(s) crumbled blue cheese
4 ripe red pears, cored and sliced 1/2-inch thick
1 cup(s) Spiced Pecans, see directions for link to recipe
2 oranges, zested

Steps:

Prepare Spiced Pecans. Combine vinegar, oil, brown sugar, salt and pepper in a small saucepan over medium heat and stir until sugar is dissolved. Tear lettuce into 1-inch pieces. Wash and drain in a salad spinner. Divide evenly on 8 plates. Evenly divide and sprinkle pomegranate seeds, grape halves, red onion, cheese, pears, and pecans on each plate. Drizzle vinaigrette on each and sprinkle with orange zest. Serve immediately.

CHERRY, PEAR, AND PECAN SALAD

Cherry, Pear, and Pecan Salad image

This salad is a great complement to the harvest season, boasting seasonal fruit and nut favorites: cherries, pears, and pecans.

Provided by Mommy Epstein

Categories Green Salads

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

¼ cup balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons cherry preserves
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (10 ounce) package mixed salad greens
2 medium fresh pears, peeled and diced
½ cup dried cherries
½ cup chopped pecans
¼ medium red onion, finely chopped
⅓ cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese

Steps:

Combine balsamic vinegar and cherry preserves for vinaigrette in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in olive oil until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper.
Toss mixed greens, pears, cherries, pecans, red onion, and vinaigrette in a large salad bowl.
Evenly distribute salad among four individual salad bowls and top with Gorgonzola cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 577.4 calories, Carbohydrate 43.4 g, Cholesterol 14.9 mg, Fat 43 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 165.6 mg

HOLIDAY POMEGRANATE, PEAR, AND GRAPE SALAD WITH CANDIED PECANS

Holiday Pomegranate, Pear, and Grape Salad With Candied Pecans image

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

Ingredients

1 cup candied pecans (see my Sweet and Spicy Candied Pecans - With a Kick)
1 large bunch red leaf lettuce, washed, dried and torn into bite-size pieces
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds (from 1 pomegranate)
2 cups large dark seedless grapes, halved
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
4 ripe red pears
1/2 cup aged balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
4 tablespoons brown sugar
salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons finely minced fresh orange zest

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

PECAN-PEAR GREEN SALAD

Pecan-Pear Green Salad image

This lovely salad adds a special touch to any meal. The juicy pear slices, toasted pecans and mixed greens are coated in tangy vinaigrette dressing that's a pleasant complement to a sweet and crunchy combination. -Katie Nicklas Ridgway, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 large ripe red pear, sliced
2 tablespoons butter, divided
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans
1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
2 cups mixed salad greens
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
Pepper to taste

Steps:

In a large skillet, saute pear in 1 tablespoon butter until lightly browned, about 7 minutes. In a small skillet, saute pecans in remaining butter until lightly browned, about 5 minutes; sprinkle with 1/8 teaspoon salt., Divide salad greens between two salad plates; arrange pears over greens. Sprinkle with pecans. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, oil, pepper and remaining salt. Drizzle over salad.

Nutrition Facts :

RED GRAPE SALAD

Red Grape Salad image

My mother-in-law shared this recipe with me 40 years ago. She served this salad at all holiday meals, and the tradition has continued in our family. Preparation is so much easier today, thanks to red grapes without seeds! Another "updated" shortcut in the preparation is miniature marshmallows...cooks from the good old days know what "sticky fun" it was to snip regular-sized marshmallows!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
3 cups miniature marshmallows
2 cups seedless red grapes, halved
1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped

Steps:

Drain the pineapple, reserving 2 tablespoons juice; set pineapple aside. In a bowl, beat juice, cream cheese and mayonnaise until fluffy. Stir in pineapple, marshmallows and grapes. Fold in whipped cream. Serve immediately or refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 48mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

RED PEAR SALAD

Red Pear Salad image

You can of course use standard green pears for this recipe, but the red pears make a more dramatic, colorful statement. From a local source.

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories Spinach

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 firm ripe red pears, unpeeled, thinly sliced
1 cup carbonated lemon-lime beverage (I used Hansen's Key Lime Natural Soda) or 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
4 cups fresh baby spinach leaves, washed and dried
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup pine nuts or 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted
raspberry vinaigrette dressing

Steps:

Place the sliced pears in a non-reactive bowl along with the soda or lime juice. Toss to coat well to keep the pears from oxidizing (turning brown).
Place the washed baby spinach leaves in a salad bowl. Add the green onions, feta and nuts. *NOTE: Do not add the nuts to the salad until just before serving.
Drain the pears and discard the liquid.
Add the drained pears to the salad bowl and toss to blend.
Serve salad with raspberry vinaigrette on side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.2, Fat 15.8, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 16.7, Sodium 240.9, Carbohydrate 23.7, Fiber 4, Sugar 15.3, Protein 6.3

Tips:

To save time, use pre-cooked bacon or turkey bacon.
If you don't have red pears, you can use green pears or another type of fruit, such as apples or grapes.
You can also add other ingredients to the salad, such as crumbled blue cheese, goat cheese, or walnuts.
For a lighter dressing, you can use a vinaigrette made with olive oil, vinegar, and honey.
If you're making the salad ahead of time, wait to add the dressing until just before serving.

Conclusion:

This red pear, grape, and pecan salad is a delicious and healthy dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its sweet and savory flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.