Arugula Salad with Pears and Walnuts
Bright, vibrant, and bursting with flavor, this arugula salad is the perfect blend of peppery greens, sweet pears, crunchy walnuts, and creamy feta. Tossed in a tangy balsamic dressing, each bite delivers a refreshing taste of summer. Whether served as a side dish or a light meal, this salad is sure to impress your guests and become a staple at your gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh arugula
- 2 ripe pears, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup toasted walnuts
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the arugula under cold water and spin dry or pat with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- In a large mixing bowl, add arugula and drizzle half of the dressing over it. Gently toss to coat.
- Add sliced pears and toasted walnuts to the salad; sprinkle crumbled feta on top.
- Drizzle remaining dressing over the salad and toss gently again.
- Serve immediately on individual plates or a serving platter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg