Pear and Arugula Salad with Gorgonzola, Candied Pecans, and Lemon-Honey Vinaigrette
Ingredients:
4 cups arugula
2 ripe pears, thinly sliced
1/2 cup Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup candied pecans
1/4 cup slivered almonds (optional)
For the Lemon-Honey Vinaigrette:
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Prepare the Vinaigrette:
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard until well combined.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
Assemble the Salad:
In a large salad bowl, combine the arugula, pear slices, Gorgonzola cheese, candied pecans, and slivered almonds if using.
Drizzle the Lemon-Honey Vinaigrette:
Just before serving, drizzle the lemon-honey vinaigrette over the salad.
Toss and Serve:
Gently toss the salad to evenly distribute the ingredients and dressing.
Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and textures!
This Pear and Arugula Salad is the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory, making it an irresistible dish for any occasion. Enjoy!
