Arugula and Pear Bowl (Printable Version)

Peppery arugula meets sweet pears, creamy cheese, and crunchy nuts in a simple honey balsamic dressing.

# What You Need:

→ Greens

01 - 4 cups fresh arugula

→ Fruit

02 - 2 ripe pears, cored and thinly sliced

→ Cheese

03 - 2 oz crumbled blue cheese or goat cheese

→ Nuts

04 - ½ cup toasted walnuts or pecans, roughly chopped

→ Dressing

05 - 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
06 - 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
07 - 1 tsp honey
08 - ½ tsp Dijon mustard
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

# Steps:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
02 - Place arugula in a large salad bowl and top with sliced pears, crumbled cheese, and toasted nuts.
03 - Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving and gently toss to combine. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect Balance: The contrast between peppery arugula and sweet pears is naturally refreshing.
  • Quick and Easy: Requires no cooking and is ready in just 15 minutes.
  • Dietary Friendly: A naturally vegetarian and gluten-free option for any table.
02 -
  • Serve Immediately: To keep the arugula from wilting, only add the dressing and toss the salad right before it hits the table.
  • Toasting Nuts: Toasting your walnuts or pecans for a few minutes in a dry pan significantly enhances their flavor and crunch.
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