Endive Arugula and Pear Salad
Delight your taste buds with the vibrant and elegant Endive Arugula and Pear Salad—a perfect blend of crisp textures and bold flavors. Featuring the delicate bitterness of Belgian endive, the peppery bite of arugula, and the natural sweetness of fresh pears, this salad is elevated by toasted walnuts and creamy crumbled goat cheese. A zesty homemade honey-Dijon vinaigrette ties it all together, adding a tangy and slightly sweet finish that makes every bite irresistible. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is an ideal choice for a quick yet sophisticated starter or light meal. Perfect for those seeking fresh, seasonal ingredients, this salad is as nutritious as it is delicious, making it a great addition to any table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 heads Belgian endive
- 4 cups Arugula
- 2 medium Pears
- 0.5 cup Walnuts
- 0.333 cup Crumbled goat cheese
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the Belgian endive and arugula. Slice the endive into thin strips and set aside.
Core the pears and slice them thinly. If desired, leave the skin on for added texture and color.
In a small skillet over medium heat, toast the walnuts for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool.
In a small mixing bowl, prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and freshly ground pepper.
In a large salad bowl, combine the sliced endive, arugula, and pear slices. Toss gently to mix.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad, and toss again to coat evenly.
Sprinkle the toasted walnuts and crumbled goat cheese on top of the salad.
Serve immediately and enjoy this crisp, flavorful salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1411 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.9 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.9 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 33.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 46 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 1055 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.5 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.9 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.4 g | ||
| Protein | 29.5 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 395 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1507 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
