Pear (Pera) Salad

Arugula, Pecorino Toscano & pistachios on balsamic-poached Bosc pear.

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Pear salad with arugula, Pecorino Toscano and pistachios on balsamic-poached pear

Ingredients

Base recipe = 2 servings. Pin
  • 170 g Bosc pear, peeled & halved
  • 120 g balsamic vinegar (poaching & glaze)
  • 85 g arugula
  • 28 g Pecorino Toscano, shaved
  • 16 g pistachios, crushed
  • 10 g lemon juice
  • 27 g extra-virgin olive oil (or pistachio oil to finish)
  • Sea salt & freshly ground black pepper
🥕 Vegetarian 🚫🌾 Gluten-Free 🌰 Contains Nuts

Preparation

  1. Gently poach the peeled pear halves in simmering balsamic 6–8 minutes until just tender. Cool and reserve the balsamic as a glaze.
  2. Toss arugula with lemon juice, a pinch of salt/pepper, and half the oil.
  3. Slice the cooled pear. Arrange slices, mound the arugula, then add shaved Pecorino and pistachios.
  4. Finish with remaining oil and a light drizzle of the balsamic glaze. Serve immediately.
Nutrition (per serving, estimate)
Calories320 kcal
Total Fat22 g
Carbohydrates24 g
Protein8 g
Fiber5 g
Sodium340 mg
Sugars16 g

🍷 Wine Pairing — Prosecco Superiore (Brut)

Crisp bubbles and green-apple/pear notes mirror the fruit while refreshing the palate against the salty Pecorino and rich pistachios.

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