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Elegant Pear and Rocket Salad with Parmesan and Walnuts


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  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing blend of sweet pears, peppery arugula, sharp Parmesan, and crunchy walnuts, making it a perfect light salad.


Ingredients

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  • 4 ripe pears, sliced
  • 4 cups arugula (rocket), washed and dried
  • 1 cup walnuts, toasted
  • 1 cup Parmesan, shaved or grated
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the arugula thoroughly.
  2. Slice the pears thinly.
  3. Prepare the walnuts and Parmesan.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar to create a dressing.
  5. Toss the arugula, pears, walnuts, and Parmesan together gently.
  6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss to combine.

Notes

Dress the salad right before serving to keep the arugula crisp.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg