A large fillet of salmon with a picturesque sear lies atop a bed of vibrant radicchio, speckled with glistening pomegranates and cubes of pear. The deep purple of the radicchio and ruby-red pomegranates contrast dramatically against the cream pears and goat cheese, making the dish pop on a white plate.

Pan-Seared Salmon with Pear and Radicchio Salad

Name: Pan-Seared Salmon with Pear and Radicchio Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 large head radicchio, 1 large head chopped; 2 pears, 2 diced; 4 (6 ounce each) salmon fillets, 4 (6 ounce each) none; ½ cup pomegranate seeds, ½ cup none; 4 ounce goat cheese, 4 ounce crumbled; ½ cup walnuts, ½ cup chopped and toasted; 4 tbsp olive oil, 4 tbsp none; 4 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 4 tbsp none; 2 tsp honey, 2 tsp none; salt, to taste none; black pepper, to taste none

Category Main Course

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 10 minutes

Style Mediterranean

Technique Pan-Searing

Diet Friendly Pescatarian

Daily Recipe: October 19, 2023

Falling leaves have inspired this Mediterranean dish with a twist, crafting a vibrant amalgamation of flavors anchored by Radicchio, a vibrant-purple veggie that thrives in cool weather. Its slightly bitter profile is perfectly balanced by sweet pears, tangy goat cheese, and a delectable balsamic glaze.

Ingredients (for 4)

1 large head radicchio - 1 large head - chopped
2 pears - 2 - diced
4 (6 ounce each) salmon fillets - 4 (6 ounce each) - none
½ cup pomegranate seeds - ½ cup - none
4 ounce goat cheese - 4 ounce - crumbled
½ cup walnuts - ½ cup - chopped and toasted
4 tbsp olive oil - 4 tbsp - none
4 tbsp balsamic vinegar - 4 tbsp - none
2 tsp honey - 2 tsp - none
Salt - to taste - none
Black pepper - to taste - none

Preparation

Step 1 - 🧂🐟🌶️

Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
Step 2 - 🍳🐟🔥

In a non-stick pan, add 2 tablespoons of oil and sear the salmon fillets over medium-high heat for about 4 minutes each side. Once done, set aside.
Step 3 - 🥣🥄🍯

In a large bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, remaining oil, and honey.
Step 4 - 🥗🍐🧀

Add the chopped radicchio, diced pears, goat cheese, pomegranate seeds, and toasted walnuts into the bowl with the dressing and toss to combine.
Step 5 - 🍽️🐟🍴

Plate the salad and top it with the seared salmon. Serve immediately.

Additional

Radicchio changes color and softens a bit when heated. If you prefer a softer texture and a more subtle flavor, you may opt to roast it for a few minutes before mixing with the salad. An excellent substitute for goat cheese could be chunks of feta or for a dairy-free option, try using roasted halved Brussels sprouts.