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Miso-Roasted Pear Salad

Miso-Roasted Pear Salad

Sweet roasted pears meet umami miso glaze in this elegant salad, topped with maple walnuts and a ginger-sesame dressing. A perfect balance of flavors and textures!
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Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Salad
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 220kcal

Ingredients

For the Pears:

  • 2 firm Bosc pears quartered and cored
  • 1 tbsp white miso paste
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp black pepper

For the Salad:

  • 5 oz mixed greens baby kale, spinach, or butter lettuce
  • ½ cup walnuts toasted
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup for walnuts
  • Optional: ¼ cup crumbled goat cheese or pomegranate seeds

For the Dressing:

  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • ½ tsp fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tsp honey
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Roast Pears: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Whisk miso, maple syrup, olive oil, and pepper. Brush onto pears and roast for 15-20 minutes.
  • Toast Walnuts: In a skillet, toast walnuts with maple syrup until glossy. Cool.
  • Make Dressing: Whisk vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, honey, and salt.
  • Assemble: Toss greens with dressing, top with pears, walnuts, and optional toppings.

Notes

  • Make Ahead: Roast pears and toast walnuts up to 1 day in advance.
  • No Miso? Substitute 1 tsp soy sauce + ½ tsp tahini.
  • Add Protein: Grilled chicken or tofu turns this into a meal.
  • Vegan Option: Skip cheese and use agave instead of honey.
  • Extra Crunch: Add shaved fennel or radishes.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 180mg | Potassium: 250mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 22g