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Ultimate Fall Harvest Salad with Persimmon and Pomegranate

November 9, 2017 by Marilena Leavitt 23 Comments

Ultimate Fall Harvest Salad with persimmon and pomegranate

This Fall Harvest Salad with Persimmon and Pomegranate is a wonderful celebration of the season with my favorite fall flavors all on one plate. Every fall, I eagerly anticipate the appearance of persimmons and pomegranates at the market. With their bright color and delicious, sweet taste they are my go-to additions to many fall dishes.

Persimmon

Not everyone is familiar with persimmons, these small orange orbs with the shiny skin that show up at the markets in the fall and disappear by February. When ripe and soft, persimmons become very sweet and can be sliced or scooped out and eaten by the spoonful.

Both the persimmon (lotos) and pomegranate (rodi) have been enjoyed in Greece since ancient times. In fact, the pomegranate is considered the symbol of fertility and abundance and it is linked to Persephone in Greek mythology. They are also powerhouses of nutrition and are packed with vitamins A and C.

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This fall harvest salad starts with a bed of peppery arugula, which is then layered with toasted walnuts, crispy diced apples, sliced sweet persimmon, tangy Feta cheese and ruby pomegranate seeds. It all comes together with a bright maple syrup vinaigrette–a staple in my house during the fall and winter.

This salad is simple enough to make during the weeknight, and “fancy” enough for a celebration dinner too. It will certainly make its way to my Thanksgiving table this year!

5.0 from 1 reviews
Ultimate Fall Harvest Salad with Persimmon and Pomegranate
 
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Prep time
15 mins
Total time
15 mins
 
A bright, seasonal salad to enjoy during the cold months!
Author: Marilena Leavitt
Recipe type: Fall Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 12 walnut halves, lightly toasted
  • 5 TBSP. extra virgin Greek olive oil
  • 2 TBSP. red wine or balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1 TBSP. maple syrup
  • ½ tsp. sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 4 cups wild or baby arugula
  • 1 ripe persimmon, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 4 oz. Greek Feta cheese, crumbled
  • ½ cup arils (the edible seeds) of a medium pomegranate
  • ½ crisp apple, diced
  • 2 TBSP. green pumpkin seeds (optional)
Instructions
  1. Heat a small nonstick skillet over medium heat and lightly toast the walnuts for a couple of minutes. Watch that they do not burn. Set aside to cool.
  2. Prepare the dressing by whisking together the olive oil, vinegar, mustard, maple syrup, salt and pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
  3. In a large bowl or platter, place the arugula as a base and top with the sliced persimmon. Add the dressing and mix gently. Top with the Feta cheese, the pomegranate arils, diced apple, and pumpkin seeds (if using). Serve at once.
Notes
For my readers outside North America who might not have access to maple syrup, pomegranate molasses or a good quality honey can be substituted. My Greek and Italian friends can easily use thyme honey!
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  1. Ratatouille says

    November 11, 2017 at 11:41 AM

    Marilena,
    This is the most beautiful salad! I am always looking for new fall and winter salads, especially for special meals and holiday menus, and this one is a knockout! Full of flavors and colors –and super healthy! Thank you!!
    Gorgeous photo, too!

    Reply
    • Ratatouille says

      November 11, 2017 at 11:43 AM

      P.S. I always forget to rate the recipe with stars. This is a 5, of course!

      Reply
    • Marilena Leavitt says

      November 11, 2017 at 2:46 PM

      Thank you so much my friend for your kind words! This salad is as you described it – colorful, full of flavors and super healthy too. I am so happy to know that you liked it!

      Reply
  2. Sara Cleland says

    November 15, 2017 at 8:04 PM

    This Fall Harvest Salad is a winner. The combination of flavors is superb; and it comes together very quickly and easily. The salad includes a great variety of tastes and textures – there is joy in every bite! The Greek Feta and the sweet pomegranate arils and apple, are a delicious balance to the peppery arugula. And the vibrant colors in the salad make it visually appealing, as well! I am sure to keep this in my holiday salad rotation! Thank you, Marilena!

    Reply
    • Marilena Leavitt says

      November 15, 2017 at 8:34 PM

      It makes me so happy to know that you made this salad Sara, and I am glad you liked the combination of flavors! It is certainly a family favorite for this time of the year!

      Reply

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