Whole30® Pear and Arugula Salad

by

Description

We have given a gourmet twist to a classic pear and arugula salad by using roasted hazelnuts and a decadent salad dressing. An easy to make, healthy salad that everyone will love as it suits gluten-free, Paleo, Whole30®, and vegetarian eaters.

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup white wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey, melted
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste
  • 3 medium Bartlett pears, peeled
  • 6 ounces baby arugula
  • ½ cup chopped hazelnuts, divided
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme

Instructions

  1. Combine vinegar and honey in a glass jar; whisk to combine. Add lemon juice
  2. oil
  3. thyme
  4. sea salt
  5. and pepper; cover and shake until emulsified.
  6. Reserve 1/2 of a pear. Slice remaining pears thinly with a sharp knife or mandolin.
  7. Place arugula in a mixing bowl. Add sliced pears. Pour dressing over top
  8. add 1/2 of the hazelnuts
  9. and season with more salt and pepper. Toss gently until well coated. Taste and adjust seasonings according to taste.
  10. Slice reserved pear half thinly and arrange it in a fan pattern on the salad platter you are using. Arrange the salad on top. Garnish with remaining hazelnuts and thyme leaves. Serve immediately.

Prep Time: 20 mins

Total Time: 20 mins

Servings: 4

Leave a Comment