In this post I’ll be sharing the classic Southern Pear Salad Recipe.
Southern Pear Salad Recipe

- 16 ounce can of pear halves, drained
- Lettuce Leaves
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese, freshly grated
- Mayonnaise, preferably Dukes
- Maraschino Cherries (optional)

Vintage Salad Recipe
Let’s make this beloved classic Southern Pear Salad Recipe.
Southern Pear Salad Recipe

Classic old school Southern Pear Salad recipe made with just a few basic ingredients has been loved for generations.
Ingredients
- 16 oz. can of pear halves, drained
- Lettuce Leaves
- 1/4 c Shredded Cheddar Cheese, freshly grated
- 2 tbsp. Mayonnaise, preferably Dukes
- 6 Maraschino Cherries (optional)
Instructions
- Lay out a lettuce leaf and place pear half on top. Add about 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise to the top of each pear then a sprinkle of cheddar cheese. Garnish with a maraschino cherry if desired.
Notes
Pimento cheese, cottage cheese and cream cheese are sometimes used instead of mayonnaise.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 119Total Fat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 74mgCarbohydrates: 14gFiber: 3gSugar: 9gProtein: 1g

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Todd
Sunday 22nd of August 2021
My mother made this, but always with cottage cheese. It never entered my mind to use something else. I prefer cream cheese to cottage cheese, particularly the onion and chives cream cheese. The makings just went on my grocery list.
Angie | Big Bear's Wife
Thursday 22nd of February 2018
I had a reader looking for this recipe! Just sent them your link!
Julia Jordan
Thursday 22nd of February 2018
Angie, Thank you so much :)
Susan the Farm Quilter
Wednesday 21st of February 2018
Just popping over from Southern Plate - thank you for this recipe! I had it for the first time when I was visiting a friend in Texas...definitely NEVER served at school in Nevada!! I loved it but wasn't sure what she put on it...now that I know, I'll be serving it often!
Julia Jordan
Wednesday 21st of February 2018
Thanks for stopping by. I hope you enjoy the pear salad :)
ChristinaC
Monday 31st of July 2017
My mom made this for us all the time growing up. I loved it so much.
Julia
Wednesday 2nd of August 2017
It's always been a favorite of mine!
Pam G
Saturday 22nd of July 2017
My Aunt Lena used to make this salad all summer long, this is one of my favorites, thanks for bringing it back. Pam
Julia
Saturday 22nd of July 2017
Thanks for stopping by Pam! I hope you get to enjoy this classic again soon.