Pear and Arugula Salad with Honey Vinaigrette

Pear and Arugula Salad with Honey Vinaigrette

Looking for a quick, healthy, and elegant salad? This Pear and Arugula Salad is bursting with fresh flavors—sweet Bartlett pears, peppery arugula, shaved Parmesan, and toasted pine nuts, all tossed in a bright honey lemon vinaigrette. It's the perfect side dish for weeknight dinners, holidays, and special occasions.

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Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Pear and Arugula Salad with Honey Vinaigrette

Prep Time: 10

Total Time: 10

Servings: servings

Ingredients

5 ounces (about 6 cups) baby arugula
2 ripe Bartlett pears, thinly sliced
¼ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
¼ cup toasted pine nuts
Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

For the Honey Vinaigrette:

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dressing

Whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, honey, shallot, garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.

2. Assemble the Salad

Add the arugula and sliced pears to a large serving bowl. Drizzle with about two-thirds of the dressing and toss gently to coat.

3. Finish the Salad

Transfer to a serving platter. Top with the shaved Parmesan and toasted pine nuts. Drizzle with the remaining dressing, season with freshly cracked black pepper, and serve immediately.

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