How to Make Pear and Pomegranate Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Pear and pomegranate salad is a delightful and refreshing dish that combines the sweet and juicy flavors of pears with the tart and crunchy seeds of pomegranates. This salad is perfect for when you want a light and healthy option that is full of flavor and texture.

The combination of the two fruits creates a beautiful and colorful dish that is not only pleasing to the eye but also to the palate. The sweetness of the pears and the tanginess of the pomegranate seeds complement each oth...

Read more

Ingredients

  • 3 cups green leaf lettuce, rinsed and torn
  • 1 Bartlett or Anjou pear - halved, cored, and cut into slices
  • ⅓ cup pomegranate seeds
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons pomegranate juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon prepared Dijon-style mustard
  • ½ tablespoon honey
  • ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 2

  • Divide lettuce, pear slices, and pomegranate seeds between two bowls and mix gently.
  • Combine vegetable oil, pomegranate juice, lemon juice, mustard, honey, and pepper in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat and simmer, stirring frequently, until dressing thickens slightly, about 2 minutes. Pour warm dressing over salads and serve.
  • Nutrition

    153 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 88mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 15g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 22mg
    • Calcium: 41mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 280mg