Arugula and Pear Bowl (Printer-friendly)

Fresh arugula meets ripe pears, creamy cheese, and crunchy walnuts in this simple yet elegant bowl.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Greens

01 - Fresh arugula, 4 cups

→ Fruit

02 - Ripe pears, 2 whole, cored and thinly sliced

→ Cheese

03 - Crumbled blue cheese or goat cheese, 2 ounces

→ Nuts

04 - Toasted walnuts or pecans, ½ cup, roughly chopped

→ Dressing

05 - Extra-virgin olive oil, 3 tablespoons
06 - Balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon
07 - Honey, 1 teaspoon
08 - Dijon mustard, ½ teaspoon
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# How-To 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. Add sliced pears, crumbled cheese, and toasted nuts.
03 - Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Gently toss to combine and serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Requires zero cooking time and is ready in just 15 minutes.
  • Offers a delightful contrast of textures from creamy cheese to crunchy nuts.
  • Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, making it suitable for many dietary needs.
02 -
  • Always drizzle the dressing immediately before serving to prevent the arugula from wilting.
  • Lightly toast your walnuts or pecans in a dry pan for a few minutes to unlock their full aromatic potential.
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