Candied Pecan Pear Salad with Pomegranates
This tasty pomegranate Pear Salad is served with candied pecans and drizzled with a mustard dressing. The perfect autumn quick salad to serve with dinner
Ingredients
For Candied Pecans
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 cup pecans
For Salad
- 8 oz dark leafy greens washed and dried
- 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
- 2 pears cored and sliced
- Candied Pecans
- Salt +Pepper to taste
For Dijon Vinaigrette
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Dijon Mustard
- Salt +Pepper to taste
Instructions
For Candied Pecans
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Line a sheet pan with parchment paper
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Place the brown sugar and butter in a saucepan over medium heat until sugar and butter melt
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Add pecans
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Stir for a few minutes or until the pecans are completely coated, about 3-4 minutes
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Pour the mixture into the parchment paper
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Let it completely dry at room temperature
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Break off the pieces when dry
For Dijon Vinaigrette
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Place all ingredients in a small container with a lid. Close container and shake vigorously or until all ingredients are completely combined
For Salad
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In a big bowl, add the leafy greens, the pomegranate, pecans, and pears. Mix
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Slowly add the vinaigrette until the desired flavor is achieved (you may not need all the vinaigrette)
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Serve and enjoy!