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Arugula Pear Salad

Delightful Arugula Pear Salad for Your Autumn Gatherings

Quick and elegant Arugula Pear Salad perfect for autumn gatherings featuring peppery arugula, sweet pears, and creamy blue cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Walnuts Toast for enhanced flavor.
  • 2 pieces Pears Halved and sliced.
  • 4 cups Baby Arugula Fresh and peppery.
  • 4 oz Blue Cheese Crumble over salad.
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Base of the vinaigrette.
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Honey Sweetness flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard Optional but recommended.
  • Salt and Black Pepper To taste.

Equipment

  • Medium frying pan
  • Jar with lid
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Make the dressing by combining olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt and pepper in a jar. Shake well.
  2. Toast the walnuts in a medium frying pan over medium heat for 5-6 minutes until fragrant and golden brown.
  3. Slice the pears into thin pieces just before serving.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, add arugula and drizzle with the prepared dressing. Toss gently to coat.
  5. Top with sliced pears, crumbled blue cheese, and toasted walnuts before serving.
  6. Drizzle any remaining dressing over the salad before serving. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use the ripest pears and freshest arugula for best flavor. Assemble salad right before serving.

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