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Arugula Pear And Parmesan Salad Recipe

Elevate your dinner with this elegant and surprisingly simple Arugula Pear & Parmesan Salad! This recipe, inspired by the Cook's Encyclopedia of Vegetarian Cooking, showcases the delicate flavor of hazelnut oil – a perfect way to use it up. Crisp pears, peppery arugula, and salty parmesan create a delightful flavor combination. Ready in minutes, it's perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a sophisticated appetizer.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 261.8 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Arugula Pear And Parmesan Salad

  • 2 ripe pears (about 1 cup sliced)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons hazelnut oil
  • 5 ounces fresh arugula
  • 2 ounces shaved Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
  • 1 baguette (optional)

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How to Make Arugula Pear And Parmesan Salad

  1. Peel, core, and thickly slice 2 ripe pears (about 1 cup sliced).
  2. Immediately toss the pear slices with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to prevent browning.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of hazelnut oil.
  4. Add the chopped arugula to the bowl and gently toss to coat with the oil.
  5. Add the pear slices to the arugula and gently toss to combine.
  6. Divide the salad among four small plates.
  7. Top each serving with shaved Parmesan cheese (and crumbled bleu cheese and/or chopped walnuts, if using).
  8. Season generously with freshly ground black pepper.
  9. Serve immediately with crusty bread, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

52g

Fat

22g

Carbs

7g

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