Rucola Recipe
Gorgonzola, Pear, Walnuts, Tomato, Arugula
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Toppings
Dressing
Method
Salad Preparation
- 1
Wash and Prepare Arugula
Rinse the arugula leaves under cold water to remove any dirt or debris. Spin dry in a salad spinner or gently pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
- 2
Chop Tomato
Cut the large tomato into wedges or bite-sized pieces, depending on your preference.
Topping Preparation
- 3
Prepare Pear
Wash the pear thoroughly, then slice it into thin wedges. Remove the core if necessary.
- 4
Toast Walnuts
In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the walnuts for about 5 minutes or until they are golden and fragrant. Stir frequently to prevent burning.
- 5
Crumble Gorgonzola
Using your fingers or a fork, crumble the gorgonzola cheese into small pieces.
Dressing Preparation
- 6
Combine Dressing Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Assembly
- 7
Combine Salad Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the arugula, chopped tomato, sliced pear, crumbled gorgonzola, and toasted walnuts.
- 8
Add Dressing
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are coated with the dressing.
- 9
Serve
Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls and serve immediately.
