Pear Wedges with Prosciutto and Mint

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Pear Wedges with Prosciutto and Mint
20 min.
2
137kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Pear Wedges with Prosciutto and Mint, a dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just 20 minutes, but it also makes for an elegant side dish that will impress your guests or elevate your everyday meals.

The star of this dish is the very ripe pear, which brings a natural sweetness that pairs beautifully with the salty, rich prosciutto. The addition of fresh mint adds a refreshing touch, while the lightly crushed aniseed introduces a hint of warmth and complexity. Drizzled with a zesty vinaigrette made from olive oil, pear nectar, and sherry wine vinegar, each bite is a harmonious blend of flavors that dance on your palate.

With only 137 calories per serving, this dish is a guilt-free indulgence that doesn’t compromise on taste. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply looking for a quick yet sophisticated side, these pear wedges are sure to be a hit. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress with this simple yet elegant recipe that celebrates the beauty of fresh produce and quality ingredients.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon aniseed crushed
  • tablespoons mint leaves fresh divided sliced
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  •  pears cored very ripe unpeeled halved cut into 6 wedges
  • teaspoons pear nectar canned
  • slices pancetta thin
  • teaspoon sherry vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Mix oil, nectar, vinegar, and aniseed in small bowl; stir in 1 tablespoon mint. Season to taste with salt. Arrange pear wedges on plates; drizzle vinaigrette over. Top with prosciutto.
  2. Sprinkle with cracked black pepper and remaining 1 tablespoon mint.
  3. Per serving: 126 calories, 9 g fat, 3 g fiber
  4. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories137kcal
Protein2.95%
Fat54.85%
Carbs42.2%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.88
Glycemic Load
3.96
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
3.4869564804046%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.83mg
Catechin
0.24mg
Epigallocatechin
0.53mg
Epicatechin
3.35mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.15mg
Eriodictyol
1.55mg
Hesperetin
0.51mg
Apigenin
0.28mg
Luteolin
0.64mg
Isorhamnetin
0.27mg
Quercetin
0.75mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:137.06kcal
6.85%
Fat:8.8g
13.54%
Saturated Fat:1.53g
9.57%
Carbohydrates:15.23g
5.08%
Net Carbohydrates:12.01g
4.37%
Sugar:9.43g
10.47%
Cholesterol:2.64mg
0.88%
Sodium:29.5mg
1.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.06g
2.13%
Fiber:3.23g
12.9%
Vitamin K:8.22µg
7.83%
Vitamin E:1.13mg
7.56%
Vitamin C:5.54mg
6.71%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.52%
Copper:0.1mg
4.85%
Vitamin A:236.96IU
4.74%
Potassium:144.9mg
4.14%
Iron:0.59mg
3.26%
Folate:12µg
3%
Magnesium:11.38mg
2.85%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.41%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.26%
Calcium:22.44mg
2.24%
Phosphorus:21.54mg
2.15%
Vitamin B3:0.4mg
2.02%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.78%
Zinc:0.21mg
1.39%
Selenium:0.91µg
1.29%
Source:Epicurious