Pear and Pomegranate Salad

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This pear and pomegranate salad is a fall and winter favorite. I'm always eager for pomegranates to be in season so I can make this again. I make my own pomegranate juice by pressing the seeds against a metal sieve.

Submitted by JPMJ
Updated on July 16, 2023
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
2
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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

Directions

  1. Divide lettuce, pear slices, and pomegranate seeds between two bowls and mix gently.

  2. 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.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

153 Calories
7g Fat
24g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 153
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 6%
Sodium 88mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate 24g 9%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 15g
Protein 2g 3%
Vitamin C 22mg 25%
Calcium 41mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 280mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.