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Pear & Goat Cheese Salad: A Taste Sensation!

Pear salad: whip up this vibrant and refreshing pear and goat cheese salad with a homemade maple vinaigrette. Perfect for a light, flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 small clove garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon grainy country-style mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • 1 bartlett pear (thinly sliced or diced)
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice

Method
 

  1. For the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, grainy country-style mustard, kosher salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  2. While continuously whisking for 2-3 minutes, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the vinaigrette is emulsified and creamy. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the arugula, thinly sliced or diced Bartlett pear, and crumbled goat cheese.
  4. Drizzle the prepared maple vinaigrette over the salad ingredients.
  5. Toss gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately.

Notes

- For the best texture, ensure your pear is ripe but still firm enough to hold its shape when sliced. A slightly underripe pear can be too hard.
- To prevent the sliced pears from browning, toss them with 1-2 teaspoons of lemon juice immediately after slicing. I always do this, and it keeps them looking fresh for longer.
- Store leftover vinaigrette in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For the freshest salad, only dress the portion you plan to eat immediately.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.