Feast your eyes on a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes the taste buds and nourishes the body - the Spinach and Pear Salad with Pomegranate Dressing. This vibrant salad is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring crisp baby spinach, juicy ripe pears, crunchy walnuts, tangy pomegranate seeds, and creamy goat cheese crumbles. Dressed in a luscious homemade pomegranate dressing, this salad is a delightful harmony of sweet, sour, and savory notes. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you satisfied and invigorated.
**Additional Recipes Included:**
- **Pomegranate Vinaigrette:** Elevate your salad dressings with this tangy and versatile vinaigrette. Made with fresh pomegranate juice, olive oil, honey, and a touch of Dijon mustard, it adds a burst of flavor to any salad.
- **Homemade Candied Walnuts:** Take your salads, desserts, and snacking to the next level with these delightful homemade candied walnuts. Coated in a sweet and crunchy glaze, they add a touch of indulgence to every bite.
- **Easy Pickled Red Onions:** Add a pop of color and tang to your salads, sandwiches, and tacos with these easy pickled red onions. Simply combine red onion slices with vinegar, sugar, and spices for a quick and flavorful pickle.
Indulge in the complete culinary experience with these complementary recipes that elevate the Spinach and Pear Salad to a new level of deliciousness.
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.
SPINACH POMEGRANATE SALAD
A very quick and nutritious salad made with pomegranate seeds and feta cheese.
Provided by SarieNickle
Categories Salad Green Salad Recipes Spinach Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place spinach in a salad bowl. Top with red onion, walnuts, feta, and sprouts. Sprinkle pomegranate seeds over the top, and drizzle with vinaigrette.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 28 mg, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 584.6 mg, Sugar 9.1 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.
SPINACH PEAR SALAD
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
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.
SPINACH-PEAR SALAD
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
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.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use ripe, flavorful pears. Bartlett or Anjou pears are good choices.
- If you don't have pomegranate seeds, you can use dried cranberries or chopped walnuts instead.
- To make the dressing ahead of time, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, honey, and salt and pepper. Store in a jar or container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- This salad is best served fresh, but it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Conclusion:
This spinach and pear salad with pomegranate dressing is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this recipe a try.
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