Pear Salad with Creamy Pomegranate Dressing
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Pear Salad with Creamy Pomegranate Dressing, a dish that is sure to impress at any gathering. This refreshing salad brings together crisp pears, crunchy nuts, and a luscious creamy dressing that tantalizes the taste buds. Ideal for festive occasions or casual family dinners, it’s not only visually stunning but also quick to prepare—ready in just 30 minutes! Packed with nutritious ingredients like fresh vegetables and fruits, this salad offers a guilt-free indulgence that will have your guests coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 ounces spring salad mix
- 2 ripe pears (sliced or chopped)
- 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
- 1/2 cup crumbled cheese (feta, goat cheese, or gorgonzola)
- Caramelized nuts (walnuts or pistachios)
Instructions
- To make the dressing, whisk together Greek yogurt, sweet chili sauce, pomegranate juice, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, poppy seeds, and salt in a medium bowl until smooth. Chill in the refrigerator.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all salad ingredients except for the dressing.
- When ready to serve, drizzle the desired amount of dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg