Arugula and Pear Salad with Toasted Walnuts

Have I mentioned before how much I love arugula? Really, it is a fabulous green, full of peppery flavor, good enough to eat alone. Any salad made with arugula is one to try, and this one is particularly tasty. If you can get to a local farmers market for locally grown arugula definitely make the effort as the flavor will be really fresh and intense.

Arugula and Pear Salad with Toasted Walnuts (May 2009 Cooking Light)

1 TBS minced shallots

2 TBS extra-virgin olive oil

2 tsp white wine vinegar

1/8 tsp salt

1/4 tsp Dijon mustard

1/8 tsp black pepper

6 cups baby arugula leaves

2 Bosc pears, thinly sliced

1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

1. Combine first 6 ingredients in a large bowl, stir with a whisk.

2. Add arugula and pears to bowl. Toss to coat. Sprinkle with walnuts.