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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
Arugula and Pear Salad with Candied Walnuts
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. 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. 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. 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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