Zesty Rocket Salad With Pear & Parmesan for Quick Refreshment

A delightful Rocket Salad With Pear & Parmesan, easy to make and perfect for a quick refreshment.

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Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

4 cups Rocket Leaves Ensure they’re fresh and crisp for the best texture.
1/4 cup Aged Parmesan Cheese Feel free to substitute with Pecorino or Manchego for a flavor twist.
1/2 large Pear Thinly slice half of a large pear or switch to apples or figs.

For the Dressing

2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Juice from half a large lemon.
3 tablespoons Olive Oil Opt for high-quality extra virgin for the best flavor.
1 tablespoon Maple Syrup Can be replaced with honey or agave syrup.
to taste Sea Salt Essential to enhance flavors.
to taste Pepper Essential to enhance flavors.

Equipment

Salad bowl
Whisk
Salad spinner

Method

Preparation Steps

Wash the fresh rocket leaves under cool running water and dry them with a salad spinner or paper towels.
Place the rocket in a large salad bowl.
Grate or shave the aged Parmesan cheese and sprinkle it over the rocket leaves.
Thinly slice half of the pear and add the slices to the salad bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, and maple syrup. Season with sea salt and pepper.
Drizzle the dressing over your salad just before serving and toss gently to combine.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Always use fresh rocket leaves for the best flavor and texture. Dress the salad just before serving to prevent sogginess.

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