Spinach and Pear Salad with Pomegranate Dressing

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Spinach and Pear Salad with Pomegranate Dressing, a delightful combination of crisp, fresh ingredients and a tangy-sweet homemade dressing. This recipe marries tender baby spinach with juicy slices of ripe pear, a burst of pomegranate seeds, crumbly goat cheese, and the satisfying crunch of toasted pecans. The showstopper is the easy-to-make pomegranate dressing, featuring a perfect balance of rich olive oil, sweet honey, and a hint of Dijon mustard. Ready in just 15 minutes and brimming with bold flavors and textures, this salad is ideal for festive gatherings, light lunches, or as a refreshing side dish. Try this elegant and nutrient-packed dish today for a healthy, gourmet experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups baby spinach
• 1 large ripe pear
• 0.5 cup pomegranate seeds
• 0.25 cup crumbled goat cheese
• 0.25 cup toasted pecans
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons pomegranate juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and pat dry the baby spinach. Set aside in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Slice the pear thinly, discarding the core and seeds. Add the slices to the salad bowl with the spinach.

Step 3

Sprinkle the pomegranate seeds, crumbled goat cheese, and toasted pecans over the spinach and pear slices.

Step 4

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, pomegranate juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined. This will be your pomegranate dressing.

Step 5

Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving, and gently toss to combine.

Step 6

Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, flavorful salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(651.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1037.2

Total Fat 77.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 34.2mg	0%
Sodium 1132.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.6g	0%
Total Sugars 53.9g
Protein 19.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 305.1mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 596.5mg	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: 64.1%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 28.6%