Pear Arugula Salad with Candied Walnuts

Name: Pear Arugula Salad with Candied Walnuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 50 g walnuts; 2 tbsp maple syrup; 2 pears; 2 cup arugula; 2 tbsp dried cranberries; 2 tbsp pepitas; olive oil (extra virgin, to taste); ¼ cup parmesan cheese (shaved); salt (to taste); pepper (to taste); 2 tbsp olive oil; ½ lemon (juiced); 1 tbsp honey; 1 tsp mayonnaise; 1 tsp seeded mustard

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:5min

This Pear Arugula Salad features juicy pears, candied walnuts, cranberries, and parmesan tossed in a creamy honey mustard dressing. A simple yet elegant pear and walnut salad that’s crisp, sweet, and tangy — the perfect pear salad recipe for entertaining or everyday dining.

Updated at: Thu, 08 Jan 2026 06:08:28 GMT