Radicchio and Roasted Pear Salad with Honey Vinaigrette
A balanced salad where the sharp bitterness of radicchio meets the natural sweetness of roasted pears, elevated by a light honey-lemon dressing. This mediterranean-inspired salads (vegetarian, gluten-free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs heads radicchio, Bosc pear, honey into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 heads radicchio
- 2 Bosc pear
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 tsp coarse salt
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Cut each pear into 8 wedges, remove the core, and toss with 1 tbsp olive oil and 1/4 tsp salt. Roast for 20 minutes until tender and golden at the edges.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1 tbsp olive oil until fully emulsified. Season with a pinch of salt.
- Step 3: Tear radicchio leaves into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl. Add the roasted pear wedges and drizzle with the honey vinaigrette. Toss gently until evenly coated, then sprinkle with 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Radicchio and Roasted Pear Salad with Honey Vinaigrette take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Radicchio and Roasted Pear Salad with Honey Vinaigrette?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep heads radicchio from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Radicchio and Roasted Pear Salad with Honey Vinaigrette?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Radicchio and Roasted Pear Salad with Honey Vinaigrette for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Radicchio and Roasted Pear Salad with Honey Vinaigrette vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian, gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 20-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
