Curried Cashew, Pear, and Grape Salad

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We call this cashew and pear dish "The Good Salad." Whenever I make this salad for guests, I'm always asked for the recipe. My family also always requests this.

Submitted by CHRISTYG
Updated on March 29, 2023
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Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup cashew halves

  • 4 slices bacon, coarsely chopped

  • 1 tablespoon melted butter

  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary

  • 1 teaspoon curry powder

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt

  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Dressing:

  • 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar

  • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard

  • 2 tablespoons honey

  • ½ cup olive oil

  • salt and black pepper to taste

Salad:

  • 1 (10 ounce) package mixed salad greens

  • ½ medium Bosc pear, thinly sliced

  • ½ cup halved seedless red grapes

Directions

  1. In a large, dry skillet over medium-high heat, toast cashews until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove cashews to a dish to cool slightly.

  2. Return skillet to medium-high heat, cook bacon strips until crisp on both sides, about 7 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon, and soak up grease with a paper towel. Coarsely chop bacon, and set aside.

  3. In a medium bowl, stir together butter, rosemary, curry powder, brown sugar, salt, cayenne pepper, and toasted cashews. Set aside.

  4. In a small bowl, stir together white wine vinegar, mustard, and honey. Slowly whisk in olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.

  5. In a large salad bowl, toss dressing with greens, pear slices, grapes, and bacon, and sprinkle with nut mixture.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

372 Calories
31g Fat
21g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 372
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31g 39%
Saturated Fat 6g 31%
Cholesterol 12mg 4%
Sodium 624mg 27%
Total Carbohydrate 21g 8%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 13g
Protein 6g 12%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 42mg 3%
Iron 2mg 12%
Potassium 336mg 7%

* 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.