Best 8 Spinach And Pear Salad With Lamb Recipes

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Calling all salad lovers! Craving a dish that's both refreshing and packed with flavor? Look no further than our Spinach and Pear Salad with Lamb. This delectable salad features a delightful blend of tender baby spinach, crisp red onion, juicy pears, and savory roasted lamb. Topped with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette, this salad is a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. But that's not all! The article also offers two additional salad recipes to satisfy any palate. The Arugula and Roasted Butternut Squash Salad is a vibrant and hearty choice, boasting roasted butternut squash, crumbled goat cheese, and a maple-balsamic dressing. For a lighter option, the Spinach, Strawberry, and Feta Salad combines sweet strawberries, creamy feta, and a refreshing lemon-honey vinaigrette. With three delicious salad recipes to choose from, you're sure to find one that hits the spot.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SPINACH, PEAR & SHAVED PARMESAN SALAD



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Spinach, Pear & Shaved Parmesan Salad

Provided by BHG Test Kitchen

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 cup fresh baby spinach
2 Bosc pears, quartered lengthwise, cored, and thinly sliced
2 ounce Parmesan or Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, shaved
2 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine spinach, pears, and cheese. For dressing whisk together vinegar, mustard, 1 tsp. each sugar and salt, and 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper. Whisk in oil. Drizzle on salad and pass remaining. Makes 8 servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 474 mg, Sugar 7 g, Fat 16 g, UnsaturatedFat 12 g

SPINACH-PEAR SALAD



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I love spinach, and have developed quite a fondness for pears lately. This salad was posted by Bonnie Lloyd in the cookbook "June Fete Fare". Cooking time is the time it takes to toast the pecan halves.

Provided by breezermom

Categories     Spinach

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 small onion
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/2-1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach
2 pears, peeled and thinly sliced
1/4 cup golden raisin
1/4 cup pecan halves, toasted

Steps:

  • Mix the first 10 ingredients together, preferably with a food processor or blender so that it mixes well. Set the dressing aside.
  • Remove and discard the stems from the spinach leaves. Wash spinach, and pat dry with paper towels. Combine the spinach, pears, raisins, and pecans in a large bowl. Pour reserved dressing over salad, and toss gently. Serve immediately.

STRAWBERRY, SPINACH, AND PEAR SALAD



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Spinach leaves and romaine are tossed with balsamic vinaigrette and topped with sliced strawberries, sliced pears, toasted black walnuts, and feta cheese.

Provided by Allie

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Spinach Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup black walnuts
1 (10 ounce) bag spinach leaves
1 (10 ounce) bag romaine lettuce, torn
½ cup balsamic vinaigrette
8 large strawberries, sliced
2 pears - peeled, cored and sliced
1 (6 ounce) container crumbled feta
3 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette

Steps:

  • Place the walnuts in a small skillet over medium-high heat; toast the nuts while stirring constantly for 4 to 5 minutes; set aside to cool completely.
  • Toss together the spinach and romaine lettuce in a large mixing bowl, and toss with 1/2 cup of balsamic vinaigrette. Arrange the strawberries, pears, feta cheese, and walnuts over the top of the salad. Dress the salad with another 3 tablespoons vinaigrette to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.5 calories, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Cholesterol 37.8 mg, Fat 31.3 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 13.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 1019 mg, Sugar 14.3 g

SPINACH SALAD WITH LAMB AND BASIL



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Categories     Salad     Blender     Lamb     Marinate     Roast     Goat Cheese     Basil     Spinach     Bell Pepper     Summer     Chill     Gourmet

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

a 1 1/2-pound boneless lamb loin
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil leaves
3 red bell peppers,roasted and peeled
2 tablespoons aged red-wine vinegar
10 ounces soft mild goat cheese
1 bunch spinach (about 6 cups packed)

Steps:

  • Trim and tie lamb. Season lamb with salt and pepper and in a sealable plastic bag combine lamb, 2 tablespoons oil, and 1 tablespoon basil, turning lamb to coat evenly. Marinate lamb, covered and chilled, 4 hours.
  • Cut roasted peppers into thin 2-inch long strips and in a bowl combine with vinegar and 2 tablespoons oil. Chill peppers, covered, until assembling salad.
  • In another bowl coarsely crumble goat cheese and gently stir together with 2 tablespoons oil and 1 tablespoon basil. Chill goat cheese, covered, until assembling salad.
  • In a blender blend remaining 1/4 cup oil, remaining tablespoon basil, and salt and pepper to taste until smooth. Transfer basil oil to a small bowl. Chill basil oil, covered, while preparing lamb. Bring basil oil to room temperature before assembling salad.
  • Preheat oven to 450°F.
  • Heat an ovenproof heavy skillet (preferably cast-iron) over moderately high heat until hot and brown lamb on all sides. Put skillet in middle of oven and roast lamb about 10 minutes, or until a meat thermometer registers 140°F. for medium-rare. Cool lamb. Chill lamb, covered, at least 2 hours and up to 1 day. Cut lamb into thin slices.
  • Discard coarse stems from spinach and arrange leaves around edges of 4 large plates. Scatter come peppers evenly over spinach and mound some goat cheese in center of each plate. Arrange lamb slices around goat cheese and drizzle salads with basil oil.

SPINACH SALAD WITH PEARS & CANDIED PECANS



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A tasty combination of pears, blue cheese and spinach make this salad a standout. The sugared pecans add a nice crunch and a bit of sweetness. If you like poppy seeds, feel free to add some to the vinaigrette.-Tamara Stimpson, Zephyr, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon butter
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 cup pecan halves
2/3 cup canola oil
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
1 teaspoon salt
2 packages (6 ounces each) fresh baby spinach
2 medium pears, peeled and cubed
3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • In a small heavy skillet, melt butter. Add brown sugar; cook and stir over medium heat until dissolved. Add pecans; cook for 3-5 minutes or until toasted, stirring frequently. Spread onto foil to cool., In a small bowl, whisk the oil, sugar, lemon juice, onion and salt; set aside. Just before serving, in a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, pears, cheese and candied pecans. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281 calories, Fat 22g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 345mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SPINACH AND PEAR SALAD



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From Cooking Light (October 2001). I love pears, and they are wonderful in salads. Some feta and/or some nuts (pecans, walnuts) would also be good in this.

Provided by Vino Girl

Categories     Spinach

Time 15m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons water
1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pear, cut lengthwise into 15 slices
8 cups spinach, torn
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Combine first 6 ingredients in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk.
  • Place the pear slices in a large bowl.
  • Spoon 1 tablespoon dressing over pears; toss to coat.
  • Add the remaining dressing, spinach, and onion; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71.9, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 61.3, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 7.3, Protein 1.7

CRANBERRY PEAR SPINACH SALAD



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A few moments are all you need to toss together this pretty salad and tangy classic dressing. It's a perfect way to round out holiday meals. -Anne Smithson, Cary, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 cups fresh baby spinach
1 cup dried cranberries
2 medium pears, chopped
1/4 cup cider vinegar
5 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 teaspoon poppy seeds
2 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the spinach, cranberries and pears. In a blender, combine the vinegar, sugar, onion, Worcestershire sauce, mustard and paprika; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Add sesame seeds and poppy seeds. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 28mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPINACH PEAR SALAD



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This recipe for spinach pear salad comes from "Seattle Kitchen" by Tom Douglas.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/2 pound smokey slab bacon, sliced (about twelve 1/4-inch-thick slices)
12 cups loosely packed spinach leaves, washed well, dried, stems trimmed, and torn into pieces if leaves are large
6 cups loosely packed frisee, stems trimmed, washed, dried, and torn into bite-size pieces
2/3 cup thinly sliced red onions
3 small pears, halved, cored, and thinly sliced
6 small bunches grapes
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
1 teaspoon minced garlic
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup vegetable oil or peanut oil
3/4 cup cashews (about 3 ounces)
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon dark brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne

Steps:

  • To make the vinaigrette, whisk together the vinegar, mustard, honey, sesame seeds, garlic, and salt and pepper in a bowl. Gradually whisk in the oil. Set aside.
  • To make the curried cashews, preheat the oven to 400 degrees. On a baking sheet, toast the cashews until golden, 8 to 10 minutes. Meanwhile, combine the melted butter, rosemary, curry powder, brown sugar, salt, and cayenne in a bowl. Add the toasted cashews while they are still hot and toss with a rubber spatula so they are thoroughly coated with the spices and butter. Leave the oven on to cook the bacon.
  • Put the bacon on a baking sheet, place it in the oven, and cook until crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove the bacon from the pan and cut the slices into 1-inch pieces. Keep the bacon warm.
  • In a large bowl, combine the spinach, frisee, red onions, and sliced pears. Toss with enough vinaigrette to coat everything well. Divide the salad among 6 plates. Garnish each salad with pieces of warm bacon and spiced cashews. Set a grape cluster on the side of each salad.

Tips:

  • Select the freshest ingredients: Use ripe, crisp pears and tender baby spinach for the best flavor and texture.
  • Don't overcook the lamb: Cook the lamb chops or steaks to your desired doneness, but be careful not to overcook them, as this will make them tough.
  • Use a good-quality balsamic vinegar: A high-quality balsamic vinegar will add a rich, complex flavor to the dressing.
  • Toast the walnuts for extra flavor: Toasting the walnuts in a dry skillet will bring out their nutty flavor and make them more fragrant.
  • Serve the salad immediately: This salad is best enjoyed fresh, so serve it immediately after assembling.

Conclusion:

This spinach and pear salad with lamb is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The combination of sweet pears, tangy balsamic vinegar, and savory lamb is sure to please your taste buds. With its vibrant colors and textures, this salad is also a feast for the eyes. So next time you're looking for a special salad recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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