Pear and Walnut Salad

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup walnuts
  • 3 pears (ripe)
  • 4 cups rocket leaves (200g)
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup goat's cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup lemon
  • OR 1/4 cup lime juice
  • salt
  • pepper

Method

  • Prep Ingredients: Quarter and slice ripe pears. Crumble goat's cheese.
  • Heat walnuts in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat until they start to brown. Toss them every minute minute to stop them from burning.
  • Transfer to a plate an allow to cool.
  • Combine sliced pears, rocket leaves, cranberries and goat's cheese in a bowl.
  • Top with toasted walnuts
  • For the Dressing: Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a small container and mix until well combined.
  • Drizzle over the salad according to the desired taste.
  • Serve as a side or as specified in your menu.