C.J.'s Arugula, Pear & Goat Cheese Salad

This fresh and simple salad adds health and beauty to any meal. It is a perfect salad for everyday or having friends over.

Ingredients:

• Bag of arugula (approx. 4-6 cups)
• 2 ripe but firm fresh pears
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans (candied or fresh)
• 4 oz. crumbled goat cheese
• 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
• 1/4 cup Early Harvest Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1/4 cup Champagne Mimosa Vinegar
• Salt & freshly ground pepper to taste
• Optional: replace salt and pepper with our Mediterranean-inspired Taste of Tuscany Gourmet Seasoning Blend

Instructions:

Peel the pears, cut them into thin slices and sprinkle them with lemon juice. Mix the arugula, pecans, goat cheese, red onion. Toss all together with pears.

Whisk together Early Harvest Organic EVOO, Champagne Mimosa Vinegar, and spices. Drizzle on the salad!

Option:

Substitute our Citrus Vinaigrette for the dressing.

Recipe source: My sister, Carriann
Image source: familystylefood.com