The recipe for Vegan Pears with Honey, Walnuts, Fresh Berries, & Feta Crumble is very tasty and healthy. This dish serves as a nice dessert or snack in a vegan diet. Make these Vegan Pears with Honey, Fresh Berries, Walnuts & Feta Crumble with all the vegan base components. This recipe tells us that we don’t have to compromise on taste along with health in following this diet. We don’t have to spend much time in the kitchen to prepare this recipe, as it takes only thirty minutes.
STATS:
- No. of calories: 235 kcal
- Preparation time: Ten minutes
- Serving size: 1 half pear with toppings
- Cook time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
- Total time: 25 minutes
- Course: Snack / Dessert
- Diet: Vegan
- Serving: 4
EQUIPMENT:
- Serving plate
- Spoon
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Small mixing bowl
- Non-stick skillet
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 large ripe pears
- 1 tbsp of vegan butter
- 2 tbsp of vegan honey
- ½ cup of fresh mixed berries
- ¼ cup of lightly toasted crushed walnuts
- ¼ cup of crumbled vegan feta cheese
- ½ tsp of cinnamon powder
- Pinch of sea salt
- Fresh mint leaves (optional)
INGREDIENT NOTES:
PEARS:
- Pear is the main component of this dish, and it also provides fiber content.
Use apples or peaches as an alternative.
VEGAN HONEY:
- We use vegan honey to provide the natural sweet taste. You can make use of agave nectar or maple syrup for alternative options.
VEGAN BUTTER:
- Vegan butter aids in providing a taste like caramel. For substitute options, use either coconut or olive oil.
BERRIES:
- Berries will help boost the color in this dish and also provide antioxidants. Use diced mango or pomegranate seeds for an alternative.
WALNUTS:
- Walnuts provide the crunchiness in the dish and also add omega-3. Use sunflower seeds, almonds, or pecans as alternatives.
VEGAN FETA:
- Vegan Feta Cheese helps to provide the slightly tangy taste na make it creamy. You can use crumbled tofu along with salt and lemon as an alternative option.
CINNAMON:
- Cinnamon provides the warm aroma in this dish. Use cardamom or nutmeg for alternative options.
MINT LEAVES:
- Mint leaves provide the refreshing taste and color in the dish. You may omit it or use basil as an alternative.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Firstly, you need to cut the pears in half lengthwise and remove the core of the pears with the use of a spoon.
- In a skillet on medium heat, add vegan butter and heat it up.
- Put the pears with their cut side down inside the skillet.
- Keep cooking for five to seven minutes till they become golden and soft.
- Pour some vegan honey on top of the pears, and allow them to caramelize for around two to three minutes.
- Adjust and arrange them on a serving plate.
- On top, pour the remaining vegan honey and place the fresh berries and crushed walnuts as well.
- Finish by dusting with cinnamon and topping with vegan feta crumble.
- If you desire, you can garnish them with fresh mint leaves.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
- You can serve this dessert on coconut whipped cream or vegan vanilla yogurt.
- Combine this with herbal tea.
TIPS:
- You can adjust the sweetness, since the berries in the recipe have their own natural sweetness.
- For a better nutty flavor, make sure you toast the walnuts lightly.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Keep it inside the fridge in a sealed vessel for two days. Heat it up gently in a microwave or skillet.
FREEZER:
- It is not a good option to put it inside the freezer since the berries and pears lose their texture when you thaw them.
FAQs:
Can I make this vegan recipe nut-free?
- Yes, just use sunflower or pumpkin seeds instead of walnuts.
Is this vegan snack/dessert gluten-free?
- It does not naturally include any gluten in it.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 235 kilocalories
Net carbs: 28 grams
Iron: 1.1 grams
Total carbs: 33 grams
Vitamin A: 780 IU
Fiber: 5 grams
Calcium: 75 grams
Protein: 4.2 grams
Serving size: 1 half pear with toppings
Sodium: 160 grams
Serving: 4
Potassium: 275 grams
