Description
This Pear Salad with Creamy Pomegranate Dressing is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings together sweet, crunchy, and creamy elements in every bite. Perfect for holiday gatherings or weeknight dinners, this salad combines crisp pears, roasted nuts, and a luscious pomegranate dressing that will delight your guests. It’s not only visually stunning but also packed with nutritious ingredients, making it a wholesome choice for any meal. Whether you serve it as a side dish or a light lunch, this salad is sure to impress with its delightful flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 ounces spring salad mix
- 2 ripe pears (Anjou, Bosc, or Bartlett), sliced
- 3/4 English cucumber, chopped
- 1 small red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup roasted pepitas
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 5.3 oz. container Pomegranate Greek Yogurt
- 3 tablespoons Asian Sweet Chili Sauce
- 3 tablespoons pomegranate juice
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1–2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking all dressing ingredients in a bowl. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the salad ingredients.
- Drizzle desired amount of dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg