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Salad with prosciutto and pear on a white plate

Caramel Pear and Prosciutto Salad

5 from 1 vote
This Caramel Pear and Prosciutto Salad is the perfect balance of sweet, salty, creamy, and crisp. With caramelized pear slices, buttery prosciutto, feta, and lemon dressing, it’s ready in under 15 minutes and perfect for any season. Serve it as a light lunch, elegant starter, or part of a brunch spread.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 cups arugula loosely packed
  • ½ ripe pear sliced (not overripe)
  • 1 slice prosciutto torn
  • 1 oz feta cheese crumbled
  • 1 tbsp almond petals and dried cranberries mix
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
For the Dressing:
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Method
 

Caramelize the Pear:
  1. In a small skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add brown sugar and cook for 30 seconds, stirring gently. Add 1 tsp lemon juice and sliced pear. Cook for about 1 minute, turning once, until just softened but still holding shape. Remove from heat.
Make the Dressing:
  1. In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Assemble the Salad:
  1. Place arugula on a plate. Top with warm pear slices, torn prosciutto, and crumbled feta. Sprinkle with almond petals and dried cranberries.
Dress and Serve:
  1. Drizzle the lemon dressing over the salad. Toss lightly if desired, or serve as-is. Enjoy immediately!

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