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Pear Salad with Creamy Pomegranate Dressing

Pear Salad with Creamy Pomegranate Dressing
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Elevate your dining experience with this refreshing Pear Salad with Creamy Pomegranate Dressing. This delightful dish combines crisp pears, vibrant vegetables, and crunchy nuts, all drizzled with a luscious pomegranate dressing. Perfect for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or a light weeknight meal, this salad delivers a burst of flavor and texture in every bite. With easy-to-follow instructions and the option to customize based on seasonal ingredients, it’s a versatile addition to any menu.

Ingredients

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  • 10 ounces spring salad mix
  • 2 pears, sliced or chopped (Anjou, Bosc or Bartlett)
  • 3/4 English cucumber, chopped
  • 1 small red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup roasted and salted pepitas (may sub sunflower seeds)
  • 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds (may sub 1/3 cup dried cranberries)
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta, goat cheese or gorgonzola
  • 1 recipe caramelized nuts (may sub roasted/not candied pistachios)
  • 1 5.3 oz. container Pomegranate Greek Yogurt
  • 3 tablespoons Asian Sweet Chili Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons pomegranate juice
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1–2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon poppy seeds (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. For the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together pomegranate Greek yogurt, Asian sweet chili sauce, pomegranate juice, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, poppy seeds (if using), and salt. Chill in the refrigerator.
  2. For the salad: In a large bowl, combine spring salad mix, sliced pears, chopped cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, pepitas, pomegranate seeds, cheese of choice, and caramelized nuts.
  3. Drizzle desired amount of dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat.

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