WHOLE30® PEAR AND ARUGULA SALAD

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We have given a gourmet twist to a classic pear and arugula salad by using roasted hazelnuts and a decadent salad dressing. An easy to make, healthy salad that everyone will love as it suits gluten-free, Paleo, Whole30®, and vegetarian eaters.

Provided by Anastasia

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon honey, melted
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste
3 medium Bartlett pears, peeled
6 ounces baby arugula
½ cup chopped hazelnuts, divided
3 sprigs fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Combine vinegar and honey in a glass jar; whisk to combine. Add lemon juice, oil, thyme, sea salt, and pepper; cover and shake until emulsified.
  • Reserve 1/2 of a pear. Slice remaining pears thinly with a sharp knife or mandolin.
  • Place arugula in a mixing bowl. Add sliced pears. Pour dressing over top, add 1/2 of the hazelnuts, and season with more salt and pepper. Toss gently until well coated. Taste and adjust seasonings according to taste.
  • Slice reserved pear half thinly and arrange it in a fan pattern on the salad platter you are using. Arrange the salad on top. Garnish with remaining hazelnuts and thyme leaves. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.4 calories, Carbohydrate 31.4 g, Fat 21.2 g, Fiber 9.3 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 16.3 mg, Sugar 15.6 g

Melnise Carden
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This salad is a good starting point, but I think it could be improved with a few tweaks.


Karrar Haidery
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I thought this salad was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Ekene Israel
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The dressing for this salad was too oily. It made the salad soggy.


joe welch
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The pears in this salad were not ripe enough. They were hard and crunchy.


Manju Bista
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I found this salad to be a bit bland. I think it needed more seasoning.


Tabish Amaan
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This salad was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with a more savory dressing.


Shipon Kumar
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the sweet and savory flavors.


Moli Squad
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I'm not a big fan of goat cheese, so I used feta instead. The salad was still really good.


Waheed Jee
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover pears. It's also a good choice for a light lunch or dinner.


Mariah Welsh
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I love the combination of pears and arugula in this salad. The dressing is also really good. I will definitely be making this again.


Cessar D
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I'm always looking for new and interesting salads, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's light and refreshing, with a nice mix of flavors and textures.


Tahir Abro
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This salad was delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was a hit. Everyone loved the combination of flavors.


Lansana kalawa Kamara
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! The dressing was really flavorful and the pears and arugula were a great combination.


Mp digital Electronics
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This salad was easy to make and packed with flavor. I especially loved the combination of the sweet pears and the salty goat cheese.


Wellingtone philip Ochieng
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I'm not usually a fan of arugula, but this salad changed my mind! The pears and goat cheese were the perfect complements to the arugula's peppery flavor.


Omidiji Anuoluwapo
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This salad was a refreshing and delicious way to enjoy the flavors of pears and arugula. The dressing was light and tangy, and the goat cheese added a creamy richness.