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Rocket and Pear Salad with Parmesan

Rocket and Pear Salad with Parmesan – Fresh, Quick Delight

A delightful Rocket and Pear Salad with Parmesan combining peppery arugula and sweet pears.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Fresh Rocket (Arugula) Peppery flavor base
  • 2 medium Pears Ripe Beurre Bosc for best texture
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Parmesan Shaved with a vegetable peeler
  • 0.25 cup Pine Nuts Lightly toasted for flavor
For the Vinaigrette
  • 2 tablespoons Wholegrain Mustard Provides tanginess
  • 0.5 medium Fresh Lemon Juice From half a lemon
  • 4 tablespoons Olive Oil Base for the vinaigrette
  • to taste Fine Salt Enhances flavors

Equipment

  • fry pan
  • medium bowl
  • large salad bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small fry pan over medium heat, toast the pine nuts for about 3–4 minutes until lightly browned.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together mustard, lemon juice, and olive oil. Season with salt and set aside.
  3. Core and slice the pears thinly and add them into the bowl with the dressing.
  4. In a large salad bowl, mix in the rocket, pear slices, dressing, and toasted pine nuts.
  5. Serve immediately on chilled plates and top with shaved Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 220mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best when served fresh; leftover salad can be stored in the fridge for up to 1 day. Toss again before serving to revive flavors.

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