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pear and arugula salad with Marcona almonds and shallots

Pear Arugula Salad

This fresh and flavorful salad combines arugula, pear, marcona almonds, parmesan, and shallots, tossed with a sweet and tangy fig dressing for a light, yet satisfying dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Course lunch, Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 447 kcal

Equipment

  • knife
  • cutting board
  • mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups arugula
  • 1 pear (thinly sliced, remove seeds and stems)
  • 1/4 cup Marcona almonds
  • 1 shallot (peeled, thinly sliced)
  • 2 oz grated parmesan cheese

Salad Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons Trader Joe's Fig Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Trader Joe's Limone Premuto Extra Virgin Olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Make the Dressing: Whisk together fig butter, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, and salt in a small bowl
    Note: You can also use a pre-made vinaigrette dressing such as balsamic dressing or honey mustard dressing.
  • Assemble the Salad: Place arugula in a large bowl and drizzle with dressing. Toss to coat evenly. (For meal prep, store the dressing separately and add before serving!)
  • Build It Up: Arrange dressed arugula on a serving platter. Layer the sliced pears, almonds, shallots, and parmesan on top.

Notes

Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used. Please consult with your healthcare provider for specific dietary needs. To gain a better understanding, explore our nutrition disclaimer here. 

Nutrition

Calories: 447kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 14gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 808mgPotassium: 471mgFiber: 6gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 1219IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 368mgIron: 2mg