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Pear and Arugula Salad with Honey Vinaigrette

Pear and Arugula Salad with Honey Vinaigrette Delight

A vibrant Pear and Arugula Salad with Honey Vinaigrette perfect for a refreshing lift.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 6 cups fresh arugula
  • 2 ripe pears thinly sliced
  • ½ cup crumbled goat cheese or feta cheese
  • ½ cup toasted walnuts
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries or pomegranate seeds
For the Honey Vinaigrette
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • to taste salt
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Salad Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Honey Vinaigrette: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
  2. Emulsify the Dressing: Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking continuously until emulsified.
  3. Assemble the Salad Base: In a salad bowl, place arugula and add pears, tossing lightly.
  4. Dress the Salad: Drizzle half of the honey vinaigrette over the arugula and pears, tossing gently.
  5. Add Toppings: Sprinkle goat cheese, walnuts, and cranberries over the salad.
  6. Final Dressing and Toss: Pour remaining vinaigrette over the salad, tossing gently to mix.
  7. Serve: Enjoy immediately for the freshest experience.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh and can be paired with grilled chicken or roasted salmon.

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