Recipe
By Valerie FriedmanSeptember 28th, 2026
Walnut Pear Salad
A crisp, peppery arugula salad with thin slices of pear, brown-sugar toasted walnuts, and shaved parm, finished with a simple honey-dijon vinaigrette. Perfect for fall! Or if you just want to feel cozy!
Ingredients
For the dressing
all purpose algae oil2 tbsp
apple cider vinegar2 tbsp
dijon mustard1 tsp
honey1 tsp
salt and pepperto taste
For the salad
arugula½ bag
pear, thinly sliced1
walnuts¼ cup
brown sugar1 tsp
shaved parmesan¼ cup
Step 1
Make the dressing. Whisk together the oil, apple cider vinegar, dijon, honey, salt, and pepper.
Step 2
Toast the walnuts. In a pan over medium-low heat, sauté the walnuts with the brown sugar until the sugar melts and the walnuts are golden and toasted.
Step 3
Prep the toppings. Thinly slice the pear and shave the parmesan.
Step 4
Assemble. Arrange a few handfuls of arugula on a plate or platter, top with the pear, walnuts, and parm, and finish with a generous drizzle of dressing.
