Arugula and Pear Salad with Candied Walnuts
A quick, elegant salad with peppery arugula, sweet pear, and crunchy candied walnuts. Perfect for a light lunch or side dish.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 5g
lightfreshAmericanvegetariangluten-freeplant-basedcrunchyfresh
Ingredients
- 4 cups arugula
- 1 large pear
- ½ cup walnuts
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- 1
In a small skillet over medium heat, toast the 1/2 cup walnuts with 2 tbsp honey, stirring constantly until glazed and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Spread on a plate to cool.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the 2 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Add the 4 cups arugula and toss to coat.
- 3
Thinly slice the 1 large pear and add to the bowl along with the cooled candied walnuts. Toss gently and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- small skillet
- large bowl
- spatula
- knife
- cutting board
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