Refreshing Pomegranate and Pear Salad
Tender pear slices and ruby pomegranate seeds scattered over fresh greens with toasted nuts and feta, brightened by a honey-balsamic dressing. Winter elegance on a plate in about ten minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Course Salad
Cuisine American
- 4 cups mixed salad greens spinach and arugula
- 2 ripe pears, cored and thinly sliced
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans, toasted
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese optional
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh mint or basil leaves, for garnish optional
In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens and sliced pears.
Gently fold in the pomegranate seeds and toasted nuts.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Transfer to a serving platter, sprinkle with feta if desired, and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve immediately.