Arugula with Walnuts, Gorgonzola and Pears in Honey Vinaigrette

gorgonzola cheese

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: blue cheese

Feta provides a tangy flavor with fewer calories.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pumpkin seeds offer similar crunch and nutrition.

Wash arugula thoroughly and dry it using a salad spinner.

Toast walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.

Slice pears into thin wedges, discarding the core.

Crumble gorgonzola cheese into small pieces.

In a large bowl, combine arugula, toasted walnuts, pear slices, and gorgonzola cheese.

Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Toss gently to combine all ingredients without bruising the arugula.

Serve immediately on chilled plates.

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