Roasted Pear Salad Recipe
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Roasted Pear Salad Recipe
Description
The Roasted Pear Salad Recipe features pears roasted with olive oil, maple syrup, salt, and pepper until tender and lightly caramelized. These pears bring a soft, sweet component that contrasts the crispness of spring mix greens and the tartness of pomegranate arils. Toasted pecans add a crunchy texture, while crumbled goat cheese provides creaminess and a mild tang. The accompanying lemon vinaigrette, made from olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, and seasoning, ties the salad together with a bright and flavorful dressing.
Serving this salad fresh allows the contrast of warm roasted pears and cool greens to shine. It works well as a starter or a light main course alongside crusty bread.
For convenience, pears can be roasted and the dressing prepared a day ahead, assembling the salad just before serving. Variations in pear variety, nut type, and cheese offer flexibility for taste and texture preferences.
Ingredients
For the Roasted Pears:
- 3 pear green or red anjou or bartlett - cored & cut into 8 equal pieces - no need to peel, firm
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup honey or agave nectar would also work
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Lemon Vinaigrette:
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 4 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Salad:
- 6 cups spring mix or a combination of salad greens including arugula
- 1 cup pecans walnuts or hazelnuts would also work - lightly toasted
- ½ cup goat cheese approximately 5 oz, crumbled
- 1 cup pomegranate arils
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Place pear slices on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the lemon dressing by whisking all of the ingredients in a small bowl until emulsified.
- To assemble the salad: Place salad greens, pecans, goat cheese, and pomegranate arils in a large bowl. Add the roasted pear slices. Drizzle it with the lemon dressing. Give it a gentle toss to make sure all of the ingredients are equally distributed throughout the bowl. Serve.
Notes
- Different pear varieties such as Anjou, Concord, Bosc, or Bartlett can be used individually or mixed.
- Roast pears and prepare the dressing up to a day in advance; combine ingredients just before serving for best texture.
- Goat cheese offers creaminess but gorgonzola or blue cheese are suitable alternatives depending on preference.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 238 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 238kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 357mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 381mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 18g | 36% |
| Vitamin A | 963IU | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 34mg | 38% |
| Calcium | 86mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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