Pear and Arugula Salad with Honey Vinaigrette Bliss

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Pear and Arugula Salad with Honey Vinaigrette—perfect as a light lunch or a stunning side dish.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

4 cups fresh arugula provides a peppery flavor base
2 medium Bartlett pears offers juicy sweetness
1/2 cup goat cheese adds creaminess
1/2 cup walnuts supplies crunch
1 tablespoon fresh thyme optional garnish

For the Honey Vinaigrette

1/4 cup olive oil high-quality for best flavor
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar adds tang
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice balances flavors
1 tablespoon honey sweetens the dressing
1 medium shallot finely chopped
1 clove garlic minced for depth
salt to taste
pepper to taste

Equipment

medium-sized bowl
large salad bowl
Whisk
Salad tongs

Method

Salad Preparation Steps

Whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, fresh lemon juice, honey, chopped shallot, and minced garlic in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
In a large salad bowl, combine fresh arugula and chopped Bartlett pears.
Crumble goat cheese and add chopped walnuts to the salad bowl. Gently mix the ingredients.
Drizzle honey vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently with salad tongs.
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning as needed.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and serve immediately, garnishing with fresh thyme if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately to maintain freshness. Can make vinaigrette in advance and store in the fridge.

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