Seasonal Pear Walnut Salad is perfect for any holiday or special occasion. Spring mix is topped with pear, walnuts, Gorgonzola, and pomegranate seeds. Drizzle on the honey dijon vinaigrette for a sweet and tangy bite.
The holidays don’t usually have me thinking “salad” but this recipe changed my mind. I’m getting Christmas tree vibes complete with bright spring greens and pomegranate jewels. A salad this beautiful should be rightfully displayed front and center in a trifle dish.
Pear Walnut Salad with honey dijon vinaigrette dressing only takes about 10 minutes to prepare and there is no cooking involved. Start by slicing the fruit and chopping walnuts. Now that the hard part is over, it’s all about assembly. In a clear trifle bowl, layer spring mix, pear, plum, pomegranate seeds and walnuts. Repeat 3 times and top with crumbled Gorgonzola cheese.
For the vinaigrette dressing, mince a small shallot then add olive oil, white wine vinegar, dijon mustard, honey, salt and pepper. Drizzle over the salad when it’s time to serve. Toss and enjoy!
The recipe serves 6 people as a side dish. If you’re making it a meal, it will likely serve 3 people. Add chicken for a well-rounded entrée.
There you have it. Who knew a fancy salad could be so easy? You and your guests will love this recipe. If you make Seasonal Pear Walnut Salad, be sure to post on Instagram and tag me @bluecheesebungalow. Hosting a holiday party? Try my 4 Ingredient Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms.
Seasonal Pear Walnut Salad
Ingredients
- 5 cups spring mix
- 1 ripe pear
- 1 ripe plum
- 4 ounces pomegranate seeds
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 3 ounces Gorgonzola cheese crumbles
For the dressing
- 2/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons minced shallots
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Start by prepping the salad ingredients. Core and slice pear and plum into thin pieces. Roughly chop walnuts.
- 2. In a trifle dish or serving bowl, layer 1/3 of the spring mix. Top with 1/3 of the pear, plum, pomegranate seeds and walnuts. Repeat 3 times.
- 3. Top salad with crumbled cheese. Chill until ready to service.
- 4. For the vinaigrette dressing, combine all ingredients in a small dressing bottle or container. Shake to combine and give it a taste. If needed, add honey for sweetness, vinegar for tang and salt & pepper to taste. Chill until ready to serve.
- 5. To serve, shake dressing to combine and drizzle over top. Give the salad a quick toss and serve immediately.
Happy Holidays!
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