Pear Salad with Creamy Pomegranate Dressing
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Pear Salad with Creamy Pomegranate Dressing, a dish that is both visually stunning and delightfully refreshing. Featuring ripe pears, crunchy veggies, and a rich, creamy dressing, this salad is perfect for any occasion—from festive holiday gatherings to casual potlucks. The combination of sweet and tangy notes offers a flavor explosion in every bite, while the colorful presentation makes it an eye-catching centerpiece on your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 ounces spring salad mix
- 2 ripe pears (Anjou, Bosc or Bartlett), sliced
- 3/4 English cucumber, chopped
- 1 small red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup roasted pepitas (or sunflower seeds)
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds (or dried cranberries)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta (or goat cheese)
- Dressing: Pomegranate Greek yogurt, Asian Sweet Chili Sauce, pomegranate juice, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, salt
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together Pomegranate Greek yogurt, Asian Sweet Chili Sauce, pomegranate juice, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and salt. Chill in the refrigerator.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine spring salad mix, sliced pears, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, pepitas, pomegranate seeds, and cheese.
- Drizzle with chilled dressing just before serving and toss gently to coat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad portion (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg