Simple Cauliflower and Pear Salad

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A tasty cauliflower and pear salad that's easy to make yet elegant enough for company. Adjust the ingredients to suit your taste.

Submitted by bdweld
Updated on January 28, 2022
Prep Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
2 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings

  • 1 (15.25 ounce) can Bartlett pear halves in heavy syrup

  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise

  • 1 teaspoon mayonnaise

  • 4 ounces small cauliflower florets

  • 2 cups shredded green leaf lettuce

  • ½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Directions

  1. Drain and reserve syrup from pear halves.

  2. Whisk reserved syrup and 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon mayonnaise in a small bowl. Place cauliflower florets in the dressing for 5 minutes.

  3. Divide pear halves and lettuce between 2 salad plates. Remove cauliflower florets from the dressing using a slotted spoon; divide evenly between the plates. Spoon desired amount of dressing over salads. Top with Cheddar cheese.

Cook's Note:

Use medium Cheddar cheese if preferred.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

402 Calories
22g Fat
42g Carbs
9g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 402
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g 29%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 36mg 12%
Sodium 316mg 14%
Total Carbohydrate 42g 15%
Dietary Fiber 6g 20%
Total Sugars 32g
Protein 9g 18%
Vitamin C 40mg 45%
Calcium 237mg 18%
Iron 2mg 9%
Potassium 449mg 10%

* 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.