Arugula and Pear Salad with Maple Dressing
Arugula Pear Salad – A refreshing salad with peppery arugula, juicy pears, dried cranberries, and toasted walnuts, topped with a sweet and tangy maple dressing. Perfect for any occasion!
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Servings: 4 people
Equipment
- 1 Large bowl
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Sharp knife
- 1 Skillet or pan
- 1 Small bowl and whisk
Ingredients
- 5 ounces Fresh arugula, prewashed
- 2 Anjou pears, cored and sliced into ¼-inch pieces
- ½ cup Dried cranberries
- ½ cup Walnuts, chopped and toasted
Maple Dressing
- 3 tablespoons Water
- 3 tablespoons Maple Syrup
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, combine the water, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Whisk until everything is fully blended.
- Prepare the salad: Place the prewashed arugula into a large bowl or your desired serving dish.
- Prepare the pears: Slice each pear in half, remove the core, and then cut the halves into ¼-inch slices. Add them to the arugula.
- Add the toppings: Toss in the dried cranberries and toasted walnuts. Gently mix the salad ingredients together.
- Dress the salad: Pour the maple dressing over the salad and toss it lightly to coat the ingredients evenly.
- Serve and enjoy: Your vibrant and flavorful salad is ready to be enjoyed!
Notes
Best enjoyed the same day for maximum freshness.