Pear, Pomegranate and Spinach Salad
This Pear, Pomegranate and Spinach Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the sweetness of ripe pears and juicy pomegranate arils with the crispness of fresh baby spinach and crunchy nuts. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a quick weeknight meal, this salad is as beautiful as it is delicious. With its easy preparation and wholesome ingredients, it’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Enjoy the delightful mix of flavors and textures that will brighten any table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 2/3 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (toasted)
- 3/4 cup pomegranate arils
- 2 Bartlett pears (firm but ripe, cored and sliced)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 9 oz baby spinach
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 3 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 1/2 Tbsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine baby spinach, sliced pears, pomegranate arils, dried cranberries, and toasted nuts.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad serving (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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