Warm Pear and Walnut Arugula Salad
This warm pear and walnut arugula salad is a delightful mix of sweet, tangy, and crunchy. Perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Goat cheese - 1/2 cup, crumbled
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Honey - 1 tablespoon
- Balsamic vinegar - 1 tablespoon
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Walnuts - 1 cup, toasted
- Pears - 2, thinly sliced
- Arugula - 4 cups
Let's Get Started
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the walnuts and toast until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the pear slices and cook until they are warm and slightly caramelized, about 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the arugula, warm pears, toasted walnuts, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Toss until everything is well coated.
- Divide the salad among four plates. Top each with a sprinkle of crumbled goat cheese. Serve immediately.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Salad
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 15g
- Protein: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Sugar: 10g