Simple Persimmon Pomegranate Mixed Leaf Salad – a raw, vegan and vibrant salad using persimmon and pomegranate on a bed of arugula, radicchio (chicory), frisée (endive) and baby spinach. Perfect for the summer heat.
Jump to RecipeI never used to like salads until I went Paleo. True talk. I’m thinking it’s because the Paleo diet helps to reset your palate – you begin to TASTE your food. The paleo diet helps to bring back the dullness from your taste buds by filling your body with more fresh and nutritious food, just like this Simple Persimmon Pomegranate Mixed Leaf Salad 😉
Have you ever had persimmon before? It’s also known as ‘Sharon Fruit’ and is mostly in season from October till early February. However, in true western fashion, you’ll probably be able to find it all year round (maybe in limited quantities though). I LOVE this fruit, it’s way up there with my love for plantains. The persimmon we get in the UK is the Fuyu kind and you simply eat it like an apple. It’s kind of crisp but has a softer inner flesh than the apple does. (I’m trying to give you the low down on this fruit because it’s simply amazing and I need everyone to know about it and try it out lol – don’t worry you can scroll down to the recipe now haha).
This Simple Persimmon Pomegranate Mixed Leaf Salad is simple because all you need to do is cut up your persimmon and pomegranate. I found that the easiest way for me to get the actual seeds out of the pomegranate is to first, slice around the pomegranate, twist it to open then just tap them out with a wooden spoon. Of course, that means you get some of the juice all over the bowl but it works for me. If you know an easier way, pray tell.
If you’ve been on my blog before, you’ll see that I love mixing fruit in basically everything and this Persimmon Pomegranate Salad is my best mix yet! Remember, I said last week that I would be giving you something full of colour? Well, isn’t this quick salad super colourful?! Make this a work lunch or even the salad you serve at your next BBQ, trust me, your guests will thank you – you can’t have just a potato salad at every BBQ now, can ya?!
For this, simple salad I used just a little bit of balsamic vinegar as a dressing, just to give it a nice touch but you’re welcome to leave it out if it doesn’t work for you. I also added some walnuts for an extra crunch but you can leave it out or switch to a nut you like better (almonds, maybe?). Why not give this Simple Persimmon Pomegranate Mixed Leaf Salad a try and let me know your thoughts?
Simple Persimmon Pomegranate Mixed Leaf Salad - a raw and vibrant salad filled with persimmon, pomegranate and avocados on a bed of arugula, radicchio (chicory), frisee (endive) and baby spinach. Topped with walnuts and drizzled with balsamic vinegar.
- 2 persimmon (sliced or chopped)
- 1/2 pomegranate (deseeded)
- 1/2 avocado
- 200g mixed leaves (I used arugula, radicchio (chicory), frisee (endive) and baby spinach)
- 1/4 cup walnuts
- Drizzle of balsamic vinegar
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Chop up your persimmon and deseed your pomegranate if you haven't done so. Chop your avocado.
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Layer your salad or simply toss together – it’s your aesthetic choice! Drizzle some balsamic vinegar over the salad and enjoy!
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26 Comments
Gerry
November, 2019 at 3:38 PMDidn’t know what persimmon was till this recipe and I love it
WhittyPaleo
November, 2019 at 3:41 PMProbably my favourite fruit! 🙂
Swathi
July, 2017 at 9:42 PMThis is not only simple but also healthy and colorful salad. I love persimmon but never added in a salad. I think now I can add. This is best way to enjoy a healthy salad.
WhittyPaleo
July, 2017 at 1:08 PMDefinitely a nice variation to add!
Soniya
July, 2017 at 9:40 PMOh wow!! I have never tried a recipe with this fruit. pinning it will try this salad soon!!
WhittyPaleo
July, 2017 at 1:09 PMIt’s a nice addition Soniya! I hope you enjoy!
karyn
July, 2017 at 8:18 PMWhat a bright colorful salad – great idea adding pomegranates, they look like little jewels.. Your photos really bring your dish to life
WhittyPaleo
July, 2017 at 1:09 PMThanks Karyn!
Molly Kumar
July, 2017 at 8:29 AMThis is gorgeous Whitney!! I wish I could grab some of the screen and eat right away. It’s perfect for summer lunches and i’ll try soon.
WhittyPaleo
July, 2017 at 1:10 PMHaha, thanks Molly! I hope you’ll enjoy it! 🙂
Hanady Awada | Recipe Nomad
July, 2017 at 1:53 AMI love the combo of persimmon and pomegranates. Sounds beautifully refreshing for a hot summer’s day!
WhittyPaleo
July, 2017 at 1:10 PMVery very refreshing! 😀
Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife
July, 2017 at 12:49 AMLove simple salads like this that are also very colorful and filled with fruit!
WhittyPaleo
July, 2017 at 1:11 PMI love mixing fruit in my salads – the way forward! 😀
Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh
July, 2017 at 9:44 PMWhat a bright and colorful fun looking salad! Full of tasty ingredients!
WhittyPaleo
July, 2017 at 1:11 PMVery tasty!!
Veena Azmanov
July, 2017 at 7:19 PMI love Persimmon and pomegranate but I’ve never added Persimmon to my salad ever. I do like the idea. I must try that soon. This looks so colorful and pretty!
WhittyPaleo
July, 2017 at 1:12 PMIt’s a must try for sure!
Kylee from Kylee Cooks
July, 2017 at 2:49 PMWhat an AMAZING looking salad – all that fresh, bright color makes me want to grab a fork immediately! I’m new to persimmon, but can see me being a fan!
WhittyPaleo
July, 2017 at 1:13 PMHaha, if you like sweet fruits then yes!
Marisa Franca @ All Our Way
July, 2017 at 12:13 PMWhat a beautiful salad!! The color and combination really makes me want to dig in. Now the persimmons we have around here (local) are the kind that make your mouth pucker — that wouldn’t do for a salad. I would have to try the imported ones. Will be on the lookout for the persimmons.
WhittyPaleo
July, 2017 at 1:14 PMOh I see! Yeah, give the imported ones a try.. I only ever see the Fuyu kind in the UK!
Helene D'Souza
July, 2017 at 7:29 AMOh that looks like a nutritious creative salad. I hadn’t thought of persimmon in salads before. It’s quite a versatile fruit. We get two varieties commonly here in Asia but there are for sure more. 🙂
WhittyPaleo
July, 2017 at 1:14 PMIt’s definitely a great addition to salads!
Gloria Duggan
July, 2017 at 1:27 AMWhat a healthy looking salad. I have never bought a persimmon before. Love pomegranates, so this looks like something I would like to try for sure.
WhittyPaleo
July, 2017 at 1:15 PMIt’s a must try Gloria!