Spiced Pear and Goat Cheese Delight

Today’s Special: Spiced Pear and Goat Cheese Salad

As the weather starts to cool down, I find myself craving comforting yet fresh flavors. Today, I’m excited to share with you a unique and delicious recipe for a Spiced Pear and Goat Cheese Salad that perfectly marries the warmth of fall spices with the crispness of ripe pears.

To start, gather the following ingredients:

• 150g baby arugula
• 2 ripe pears
• 100g goat cheese
• 50g pumpkin seeds
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

For this recipe, you will need the following kitchen tools:

• mixing bowl
• whisk
• knife
• cutting board
• small saucepan

Start by toasting the pumpkin seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat until they are golden brown and fragrant. Set aside to cool. In a small saucepan, heat the honey, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt over low heat until the honey is thin and runny. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil and balsamic vinegar to create the vinaigrette. Add the arugula to the bowl and toss until evenly coated. Cut the pears into thin slices and add them to the bowl, along with crumbled goat cheese and toasted pumpkin seeds. Drizzle the spiced honey over the salad and gently toss to combine.

The total weight of the cooked dish is approximately 500g, with 4 servings at 125g each. Each serving is estimated to be around 200 calories.

One unusual tip for this recipe is to lightly toast the goat cheese in a dry skillet before crumbling it over the salad. This will enhance the flavor and give it a slightly crispy texture that pairs beautifully with the soft pears.

I hope you enjoy this Spiced Pear and Goat Cheese Salad as much as I do. Feel free to experiment with different ingredients and make it your own. Happy cooking!