Sometimes less is more, especially when you combine outstanding flavors. In this case the combination is peppery arugula, a juicy sweet pear and a savory, creamy cheese. Drizzle that with a simple vinaigrette and some freshly ground black pepper.
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Key Ingredients in This Recipe

You’ll find the complete list of ingredients and exact quantities in the recipe below.
- Pear – I used a Bartlett pear, but a Comice is also good. Pick a juicy and sweet variety.
- Parmigiano Reggiano – here I need to stress to use the real stuff, so much better than the immitations.
- Arugula
- Vinaigrette – olive oil, lemon juice, salt & pepper
How to Make Pear and Parmigiano Salad
- Peel and core the pears. Cut them in quarters and those quarters in half.
- Shave the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
- Make a vinaigrette from olive oil, lemon juice and salt & pepper.
- Transfer pear and cheese into a bowl and drizzle with the vinaigrette. Mix until coated.

- Divide arugula over two bowls or plates and transfer the pear cheese mixture on top. Finish it by grinding a little bit of black pepper over the salad.

Enjoy !
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Pear and Parmigiano Salad
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- 2 pears (NOTE 1), ripe and juicy
- 2.5 ounces Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, shaved
- 1.5 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- salt & pepper
- 2 ounces arugula
Instructions
- Peel and core the pears. Cut them in quarters and those quarters in half.
- Shave the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
- Make a vinaigrette from olive oil, lemon juice and salt & pepper.
- Transfer pear and cheese into a bowl and drizzle with the vinaigrette. Mix until coated.
- Divide arugula over two bowls or plates and transfer the pear cheese mixture on top. Finish it by grinding a little bit of black pepper over the salad.
Notes
- Select a sweet and juicy pear variety, like Bartlett or Comice.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
