Pear and Pomegranate Spinach Salad
This pear and pomegranate spinach salad is a light, refreshing dish that blends sweet, tart, and earthy flavors with a satisfying crunch. Featuring juicy pears, vibrant pomegranate seeds, baby spinach, and a tangy homemade vinaigrette, this easy salad is perfect for fall and winter meals, holiday gatherings, or healthy weekday lunches.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 as a side, 2 as a main
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Fresh baby spinach
- Ripe pear (thinly sliced)
- Pomegranate seeds
- Crumbled feta or goat cheese (optional)
- Toasted walnuts or pecans
- Red onion (thinly sliced, optional)
- Olive oil
- Balsamic vinegar or lemon juice
- Honey or maple syrup
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Wash and dry baby spinach thoroughly; place in a large bowl.
- Thinly slice the pear and red onion. Toss with spinach.
- Add pomegranate seeds, crumbled cheese, and toasted nuts.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar (or lemon juice), honey (or maple syrup), salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving.
- Toss gently to coat and serve immediately.
Notes
- Slice pears just before serving to avoid browning.
- Store salad ingredients and dressing separately if making ahead.
- Swap out spinach for arugula or mixed greens for a different flavor.
- Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for a protein-packed version.
- Use citrus vinaigrette for a zesty variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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