Tossed Pear And Cranberry Salad Recipes

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ELEGANT CRANBERRY PEAR SALAD



Elegant Cranberry Pear Salad image

This salad recipe, with its combination of fresh ingredients and crunchy walnuts, is quick to make and yet looks very elegant. -Irene Fenlason, East Helena, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

9 cups torn red leaf lettuce
1 medium pear, chopped
1 small red onion, halved and sliced
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
DRESSING:
1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds
1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • In a large serving bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine dressing ingredients; shake well. Just before serving, shake dressing and pour over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 73mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TOSSED PEAR AND CRANBERRY SALAD



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Assemble everything you need for this sweet Tossed Pear and Cranberry Salad for the holidays this year. This pear and cranberry salad only takes 10 minutes to prepare, which is great for busy party prep, and it is full of festive colors for the holiday table.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 25m

Yield Makes 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 fresh pears (1 lb.), coarsely chopped
1/2 cup prepared GOOD SEASONS Italian Dressing Mix, divided
6 cups loosely packed torn mixed salad greens
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/2 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Toss pears with 1/4 cup dressing. Let stand 15 min.
  • Combine greens, nuts and cranberries in large bowl.
  • Add pear mixture and remaining dressing; toss lightly. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 300 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

CRANBERRY PEAR SALAD



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This delicious salad works well as a side or on its own. Especially good in fall and winter months when fresh summer salad fare is harder to come by.

Provided by ChrissyCoole

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

¾ cup olive oil
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
2 ½ teaspoons minced garlic
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 cups mixed baby greens
3 pears, thinly sliced
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup toasted pecans
¾ cup cubed Havarti cheese
½ cup toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Combine greens, pears, cranberries, pecans, and Havarti cheese in a large bowl. Pour balsamic vinegar dressing over salad and toss. Garnish with almonds to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 604.2 calories, Carbohydrate 39.2 g, Cholesterol 17.7 mg, Fat 49.8 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 335.2 mg, Sugar 26.3 g

CRANBERRY-PEAR TOSSED SALAD



Cranberry-Pear Tossed Salad image

Kris Hernandez of Oneida, Wisconsin often treats dinner guests to this colorful and fruity salad. Pears, dried cranberries and mixed greens are combined with sugarcoated walnuts and blue cheese, then drizzle with a sweep apricot-flavored dressing that's sure to tantalize the taste buds.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup apricot nectar
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1/3 cup canola oil
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
12 cups torn mixed salad greens
3 medium ripe pears, sliced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • For dressing, in a large bowl, whisk together the first six ingredients; set aside. In a heavy small skillet, melt sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly. Add walnuts; stir to coat. Remove from the heat. , In a large salad bowl, combine the greens, pears and cranberries. Drizzle with dressing. Sprinkle with nuts and blue cheese; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts :

CASHEW-PEAR TOSSED SALAD



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A friend who does a lot of catering fixed this salad for our staff Christmas party several years ago, and we all asked for the recipe. The unexpected sweet-salty mix and lovely dressing make it a hit with everyone. -Arlene Muller, Kingwood, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 bunch romaine, torn
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1 cup salted cashews
1 medium pear, thinly sliced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
POPPY SEED VINAIGRETTE:
2/3 cup olive oil
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup lemon juice
2 to 3 teaspoons poppy seeds
2 teaspoons finely chopped red onion
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, cheese, cashews, pear and cranberries. In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 17g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 171mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

TOSSED CRANBERRY SALAD



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Dinner guests rave about this salad's poppy seed dressing. &mash;Marilyn Bue, Princeton, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

10 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 cup fresh broccoli florets
1 cup fresh cauliflowerets
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled blue cheese
1 cup dried cranberries
DRESSING:
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons chopped onion
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon jellied cranberry sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon poppy seeds

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a blender, combine the sugar, oil, onion, vinegar, cranberry sauce, salt and mustard; cover and process until blended. Add poppy seeds; cover and pulse for 5-10 seconds. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 277mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CRANBERRY-PEAR TOSSED SALAD



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Make and share this Cranberry-Pear Tossed Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by seesko

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup apricot nectar
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1/3 cup canola oil
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
12 cups torn mixed salad greens
3 medium pears, sliced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • For dressing, in a bowl, whisk together the first six ingredients; set aside. In a heavy skillet, melt sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly. Add walnuts; stir to coat. Remove from the heat.
  • In a large salad bowl, combine greens, pears and cranberries. Drizzle with dressing. Add nuts and blue cheese; toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.5, Fat 17.6, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 9.5, Sodium 264.4, Carbohydrate 16.4, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 11.2, Protein 4.2

PECAN-PEAR TOSSED SALAD



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To save time, I prepare the ingredients and dressing the day before, then combine them just before serving. This salad has become a star at family gatherings. Once, when I forgot to bring it, dinner was postponed so I could go home and get it! -Marjean Claassen, Sedgwick, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons fresh raspberries
3/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepper
SALAD:
4 medium ripe pears, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons lemon juice
8 cups torn salad greens
2/3 cup pecan halves, toasted
1/2 cup fresh raspberries
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Press raspberries through a sieve, reserving juice. Discard seeds. In a bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, sugar, pepper and reserved raspberry juice. Toss pear slices with lemon juice; drain. , In a salad bowl, combine the salad greens, pears, pecans and raspberries. Sprinkle with cheese. Drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Fat 28g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 82mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CRANBERRY PEAR SPINACH SALAD



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A few moments are all you need to toss together this pretty salad and tangy classic dressing. It's a perfect way to round out holiday meals. -Anne Smithson, Cary, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 cups fresh baby spinach
1 cup dried cranberries
2 medium pears, chopped
1/4 cup cider vinegar
5 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 teaspoon poppy seeds
2 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the spinach, cranberries and pears. In a blender, combine the vinegar, sugar, onion, Worcestershire sauce, mustard and paprika; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Add sesame seeds and poppy seeds. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 28mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRANBERRY, PEAR, APPLE TOSSED SALAD



Cranberry, Pear, Apple Tossed Salad image

Our family gets together at the holidays and everyone brings something. This salad was one of those great dishes that everyone had to have the recipe for.

Provided by DianeV

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup vegetable oil
2/3 teaspoon poppy seed
1/4 cup cashews
10 cups romaine lettuce
1 cup shredded swiss cheese
1 medium apple, cubed
1 medium pear, cubed
1/4 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Shake dressing ingredients in a jar.
  • Toss salad ingredients with dressing.

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