Pear and Prosciutto Di Parma Salad
Experience the perfect harmony of sweet, salty, and tangy flavors with this elegant Pear and Prosciutto di Parma Salad. Featuring a bed of peppery arugula topped with juicy, ripe pear slices, thinly sliced Prosciutto di Parma, creamy goat cheese crumbles, and crunchy toasted walnuts, this salad strikes a delightful balance of taste and texture. A luscious balsamic vinaigrette, lightly sweetened with honey, ties everything together in a symphony of freshness and sophistication. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is perfect for entertaining or elevating your everyday meals. Serve it as a stunning appetizer or a light yet satisfying lunch, and watch it become a go-to favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups arugula
- 2 medium ripe pear
- 6 slices Prosciutto di Parma
- 0.5 cup goat cheese
- 0.25 cup walnuts
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the arugula. Set aside in a large salad bowl.
Slice the pears into thin wedges, removing the core and seeds.
Tear or cut the Prosciutto di Parma into bite-sized pieces.
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Allow to cool slightly.
Crumble the goat cheese into small pieces and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper to create the vinaigrette.
Assemble the salad: Arrange the arugula on a serving platter or in individual bowls. Top with pear slices, pieces of prosciutto, goat cheese crumbles, and toasted walnuts.
Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Gently toss if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1418 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.0 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.5 g | 178% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 142 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 2264 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.0 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.4 g | ||
| Protein | 49.2 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 373 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1197 mg | 25% | |
*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.
