Winter Pear Salad Recipe | Damn Delicious (2024)

FAQs

How can I make my salad more enjoyable? ›

I often make this pear salad recipe with a mix of baby kale, spinach, and chard, but baby lettuces or arugula would also be delicious. Fennel – One of my favorite fall veggies! It adds a crisp bite and mild licorice flavor to this autumn pear salad.

SWEETLY luscious ripe pears have an affinity for nuts of all kinds. Walnuts, pecans and almonds can be scattered on pear desserts and salads or used in the batter of pear cakes.

Toss on a little something extra.

Try herbs, fruit, grains or cheese. Here the list is truly endless. When it comes to grains, go whole and choose something like quinoa, bulgur, farro, or wheat berries. With cheeses like goat or feta, a little goes a long way to add flavor.

One of the easiest ways to get some flavour in your salad is to mix up your leaves with bright herbs that pack a punch. Plants like parsley, dill, mint and coriander can really kick your salads up a notch and give them some (much needed) depth and can give a great dose of flavour in every bite.

Adding Spice to Complement the Pears

Cardamom contains essential oils similar to those found in herbs like mint and fruits like lemon, a combination that adds a sense of freshness to the pears, which can often seem dull after baking.

Cinnamon-Baked Pears

Pears are already soft and juicy, so baking them with cinnamon and maple syrup only makes them better. Top with granola for some crunch or a scoop of ice cream. Get the Cinnamon-Baked Pears recipe at Jessica in the Kitchen.

One of my favorite flavors of fall is the classic pairing of apple and pear. Both fruits are at their peak this time of year, tasting just as amazing in pastries as they do on their own.

Shopping for Eating

Pears for eating should yield slightly more when pressed at the neck, like a ripe avocado. Avoid pears that are soft at the base, which are overripe.

How do restaurants make salads so good? ›

Dried Cherries, Cranberries or Raisins: Add these dried fruits for their flavor and texture. They are also quick easy to add with no preparation required! Basil, Chives, Dill or Parsley: Toss small basil leaves or chopped larger ones in with your greens. Try chopped fresh dill.

Use the freshest ingredients.

Pre-bagged salads may make life easier, but they taste kind of blah. Instead, buy seasonal produce from your local farmer's market and build your salads based on what looks best. You'll not only taste the difference but will add loads of nutrients to your salad.

Try veggies with hummus, salad dressing or yogurt-based dips. Add diced veggies such as mushrooms, onions, peppers or carrots to meatloaf or meatballs. Add vegetables as a topping on your pizza. Make a quick lettuce-free salad by adding salad dressing to matchstick carrots or sliced cucumbers.