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!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

Wash the mixed greens thoroughly and pat dry. Arrange them in a large serving bowl or platter.

Step 3

Slice the pear thinly, removing the core. Add the pear slices to the mixed greens.

Step 4

Cut the grapes in half and scatter them over the salad, followed by the pomegranate arils.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.

Step 6

Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Step 7

Break the cooled candied pecans into smaller pieces and sprinkle them over the top of the salad just before serving.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy the holiday flavors!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1059.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2129.9

Total Fat 139.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 32.9mg	0%
Sodium 1477.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 230.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.5g	0%
Total Sugars 191.3g
Protein 19.1g	0%

Vitamin D 2.2IU	0%
Calcium 223.7mg	0%
Iron 6.8mg	0%
Potassium 2021.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.7%

Protein: 3.4%

Carbs: 40.9%