Arugula Pear Salad with Parmesan and Prosciutto

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Course Entree, Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine Mediterranean

Servings as a side (2 as a main)

Calories 214 kcal

Ingredients

For the Honey Mustard Vinaigrette:

1 1/2 tsp white wine vinegar
1 1/2 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp honey (or maple syrup)
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

For the Salad:

4 cups arugula
1/4 cup parmesan cheese shaved
1/4 cup candied pecans (or toasted walnuts)
1 ripe pear (or 1 crisp apple such as Honeycrisp) thinly sliced
2-3 slices prosciutto torn into bite-sized pieces (optional)
1 tbsp pomegranate seeds or dried cranberries

Instructions

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey, and white wine vinegar. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking until the dressing is emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
In a large salad bowl, add the arugula, Parmesan, nuts, pear slices, prosciutto, and pomegranate seeds.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to combine.
Serve immediately, garnished with a fresh grind of black pepper and an extra shaving of Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 214kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 4gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 222mgPotassium: 158mgFiber: 2gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 540IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 119mgIron: 1mg

Keyword arugula pear salad