Arugula and Pear Bowl (Printable)

Peppery arugula meets sweet pears, creamy cheese, and toasted nuts in a vibrant balsamic-dressed bowl.

# What You'll 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 - 1/2 cup toasted walnuts or pecans, roughly chopped

→ Dressing

05 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
06 - 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
07 - 1 teaspoon honey
08 - 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

# How To Make It:

01 - Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
02 - Place arugula in a large salad bowl and add 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 Tips:

01 -
  • Vibrant and refreshing taste profile perfect for any season.
  • Completely vegetarian and naturally gluten-free.
  • Ready to serve in just 15 minutes with no cooking required.
02 -
  • Use ripe but firm pears to ensure they hold their shape when sliced and tossed.
  • Dress the salad at the very last moment to keep the arugula from wilting.
  • For the best flavor, use high-quality extra-virgin olive oil and aged balsamic vinegar.
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