Holiday Pomegranate Pear and Grape Salad with Candied Pecans
Celebrate the season with this delightful Holiday Pomegranate Pear and Grape Salad with Candied Pecans, a vibrant and refreshing dish that's as beautiful as it is delicious. This recipe brings together crisp mixed greens, juicy red grapes, sweet pomegranate arils, and thinly sliced pears, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. The star of the show? Irresistibly crunchy candied pecans, coated in a buttery-sweet glaze, that add a delectable finishing touch. Drizzled with a bright and citrusy homemade vinaigrette made with orange and lemon juices, honey, and Dijon mustard, this salad is the ultimate crowd-pleasing side for festive gatherings. Whether you're entertaining family or friends, this quick and easy 30-minute recipe is sure to wow with its refreshing flavors, stunning presentation, and seasonal charm!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed greens
- 1 medium pear
- 1 cup red seedless grapes
- 1 cup pomegranate arils
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the candied pecans first. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the pecan halves, granulated sugar, and butter. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sugar melts and fully coats the pecans, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer the candied pecans to a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool, spreading them into a single layer.
Wash the mixed greens thoroughly and pat dry. Arrange them in a large serving bowl or platter.
Slice the pear thinly, removing the core. Add the pear slices to the mixed greens.
Cut the grapes in half and scatter them over the salad, followed by the pomegranate arils.
In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Break the cooled candied pecans into smaller pieces and sprinkle them over the top of the salad just before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy the holiday flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2130 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 139.4 g | 179% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.5 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 1477 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 230.5 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.5 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 191.3 g | ||
| Protein | 19.1 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 224 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 2021 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
