ARUGULA AND PEAR SALAD recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Aug 04 2026
RestaurantsBlue Fish Restaurant and Oyster BarArugula And Pear Salad Recipe

Arugula And Pear Salad Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

seasoned walnuts, dried cranberries, crumbled bleu cheese, orange miso dressing

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Prepare the Walnuts

    In a skillet over medium heat, toast the walnuts for about 5 minutes until fragrant. Add a pinch of salt and stir to season. Remove from heat and let cool.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Pears

    Core and slice the pears into thin wedges.

  3. 3

    Make the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of miso paste, 1/4 cup of orange juice, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Salad

    In a large bowl, combine arugula, sliced pears, toasted walnuts, dried cranberries, and crumbled bleu cheese. Drizzle with the orange miso dressing and toss gently to combine.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Plate the salad and serve immediately, garnished with additional bleu cheese if desired.

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