Indulge in a refreshing and vibrant culinary experience with our Lime-Pear Salad, a delightful fusion of sweet, tangy, and crunchy flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This salad features a medley of crisp pears, juicy lime, creamy avocado, crunchy walnuts, and a zesty lime-honey dressing, creating a symphony of textures and flavors. Discover the perfect balance of sweetness from the pears and avocado, a burst of citrusy brightness from the lime, a nutty crunch from the walnuts, and a harmonious blend of flavors brought together by the tangy-sweet dressing. This salad is not only a visual delight but also a nutritional powerhouse, packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats. Whether you're looking for a light and refreshing lunch, a vibrant side dish, or a healthy snack, this Lime-Pear Salad is sure to impress and satisfy your cravings.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
PEAR-LIME GELATIN SALAD
A "must" at our family reunions is this easy make-ahead gelatin salad. Try decorating the top with maraschino cherries. The red and lime-green color is especially pretty for the holidays.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Drain pears, reserving juice; set pears aside. In a small saucepan, bring juice to a boil. Stir in gelatin until dissolved. Remove from the heat; cool slightly. , In a food processor, combine pears and cream cheese; cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a large bowl; stir in gelatin mixture until blended. Stir in the pineapple and 3/4 cup pecans. Fold in whipped topping. , Pour into an ungreased 11x7-in. dish. Refrigerate until set. Sprinkle with remaining pecans. Cut into squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 401 calories, Fat 25g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 111mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
LIME PEAR GELATIN SALAD
Great and green, this light gelatin salad made with pears and reduced fat cream cheese and whipped topping is a staple at any holiday meal in our family.
Provided by Elizabeth
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Dessert Salad Recipes Jell-O® Salad
Time 4h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Whisk together the lime gelatin and boiling water in a large bowl until the gelatin dissolves. Pour the mixture into the container of a blender, and add the pear halves and cream cheese. Cover and blend until smooth. Pour back into the bowl, and gently whisk in the whipped topping. Transfer to a mold or serving bowl, cover and refrigerate until firm, at least 4 hours. To unmold, dip the mold briefly into hot tap water to loosen the gelatin, then invert onto a plate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 10.8 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 147.6 mg, Sugar 9 g
LIME PEAR GELATIN SALAD RECIPE
Provided by longhornfans
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Whisk together the lime gelatin and boiling water in a large bowl until the gelatin dissolves. 2. Pour the mixture into the container of a blender, and add the pear halves and cream cheese. Cover and blend until smooth. (OPTION: Cut pears into small pieces, and do NOT blend in with remaining ingredients.) 3. Pour back into the bowl, and gently whisk in the whipped topping. Transfer to a mold or serving bowl, cover and refrigerate until firm, at least 4 hours. 4. To unmold, dip the mold briefly into hot tap water to loosen the gelatin, then invert onto a plate.
PURSLANE, MEYER LEMON, AND PEAR SALAD WITH MAKRUT LIME VINAIGRETTE
Purslane's fleshy texture and subtle citrus notes work well with the gentle flavors of Meyer lemon and makrut lime leaves.
Provided by Laurent Gras
Categories Salad Fruit Leafy Green No-Cook Lemon Pear Radish Summer Lemongrass Gourmet
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Make vinaigrette:
- Cut peel, including white pith, from lemon with a small sharp knife. Working over a bowl to catch juices, cut lemon segments free from membranes, letting segments drop into bowl.
- Crush lemongrass stalk with side of a heavy knife (to release oils), then thinly slice. Bring stock, lemongrass, and chile to a boil in a 1- to 1 1/2-quart heavy saucepan. Cover pan and remove from heat, then let stand 20 minutes.
- Return to a boil and add lemon segments with juice and lime leaves. Cover pan and remove from heat, then let stand 20 minutes more.
- Pour mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a small bowl, discarding solids, then return to saucepan and whisk in oil. Bring vinaigrette to a boil and whisk in cornstarch mixture, then simmer, whisking occasionally, 2 minutes. Cool completely. Whisk in herbs and salt and pepper to taste.
- Make salad:
- Using slicer, cut Meyer lemon (with skin) crosswise, pears lengthwise (discarding cores), and radishes lengthwise into very thin slices (about 1/16 inch thick) and transfer to a large bowl. Add purslane, oil, lemon juice, and fleur de sel and pepper to taste and toss gently.
- Divide salad among 6 plates and spoon vinaigrette over and around each. Serve salads with jasmine crackers on the side.
LIME-PEAR SALAD - MOM'S RECIPE
Mom was fond of fruit salads, and they were usually a gelatin combination, which was popular at the time I was growing up. Sometimes the color makes it more appealing, and it also makes it festive for a holiday meal. I remember her making this, but when I tried it, I changed things. It is better with lots of lime flavor, and...
Provided by Beth M.
Categories Fruit Desserts
Time 2h5m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Boil water and pear juice, enough to make one cup. First Mixture: Stir 1 packet gelatin with a little cold water, stir in lime juice,then add the warm juice and the mashed pears add one or two Tbs. simple syrup, and stir in softened cream cheese, and whip together well.Optional: add four drops of green food coloring. Chill until thickened.
- 2. In another bowl combine 1 cup boiling hot water and Lime Jello and stir well, let cool, and then add 8 oz. of Cool Whip. Chill until thickened.
- 3. Prepare a mold by spraying with oil; I used a bundt pan. Place slices of the second can of pears in the bottom, spoon the first mixture of Pears/juice/cream cheese into the mold. Then add the final layer of Lime Jello/Cool Whip and cover tightly with foil and chill overnight. If making early in the a.m. it should be fine by evening.
- 4. Turn the mold upside down over a serving platter, and tap gently to loosen gelatin. Decorate with marashino cherries if desired. It's great for dessert or on lettuce as a salad.
LIME PEAR SALAD
Steps:
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese and gelatin until smooth. Drain pears, reserving syrup; set pears aside. If necessary, add enough water to syrup to equals 1 cup. , In a small saucepan, bring syrup to a boil. Gradually add to gelatin mixture, beating until smooth. Stir in ice cream until dissolved. Mash pears and fold into gelatin mixture. Pour into an greased 6-cup mold. Chill until firm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 7g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 85mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
Tips:
- Select ripe pears: Use ripe but firm pears for the best texture and flavor. Slightly underripe pears can be used, but they will be less sweet and juicy.
- Use fresh lime juice: Fresh lime juice provides the best flavor for the dressing. If you don't have fresh limes, you can use bottled lime juice, but the flavor will be less bright and tangy.
- Chill the salad before serving: Chilling the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving allows the flavors to meld and the dressing to thicken slightly.
- Garnish with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs like cilantro or mint add a pop of color and flavor to the salad. You can also use a sprinkle of lime zest.
Conclusion:
This refreshing and flavorful salad is a perfect way to enjoy the delicious combination of pears and limes. The sweet and juicy pears are perfectly complemented by the tangy lime dressing, and the crunchy walnuts add a nice textural contrast. This salad is also very versatile - you can add other fruits or nuts, or even grilled chicken or tofu, to make it a more substantial meal. Whether you're looking for a light lunch or a refreshing side dish, this lime pear salad is sure to please.
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