Watercress Sweet Pear Rocket Walnut and Parmesan Salad
Elevate your salad game with this Watercress Sweet Pear Rocket Walnut and Parmesan Salad, a vibrant and elegant dish that's as healthy as it is delicious. Featuring a peppery mix of watercress and rocket (arugula), this recipe pairs crisp greens with the natural sweetness of ripe pear slices and the earthy crunch of toasted walnuts. Shaved Parmesan adds a savory depth, while a bright, homemade honey-lemon vinaigrette ties everything together with a touch of zest. Ready in just 15 minutes, this beautifully balanced salad is perfect as a light lunch or a show-stopping side for dinner. Bursting with flavor and texture, it’s a must-try for lovers of fresh, seasonal ingredients.
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Ingredients
- 100 grams Watercress
- 100 grams Rocket (arugula)
- 1 large Ripe pear (e.g., Bartlett or Anjou)
- 50 grams Walnuts
- 30 grams Parmesan cheese (shaved)
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
Directions
Step 1
Wash and pat dry the watercress and rocket, then place them in a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Core and slice the pear into thin wedges. If desired, toss the slices in a small amount of lemon juice to prevent browning.
Step 3
Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Once fragrant and lightly toasted, remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.
Step 5
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the watercress and rocket, then toss gently to coat evenly.
Step 6
Add the pear slices and toasted walnuts to the salad, tossing lightly again to distribute evenly.
Step 7
Top the salad with shaved Parmesan cheese.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (527.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 968.2 |
| Total Fat 83.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 23.6g | |
| Cholesterol 21.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1079.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 47.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 26.7g | |
| Protein 24.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 6.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 709.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1179.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories