This rocket salad with pear, Parmesan and lemon maple dressing is super simple and quick to make and makes for a nutritious side dish. Check out my tips for making the tastiest rocket salad above! This recipe is gluten-free, low-carb, and vegetarian-friendly.
Ingredients
- 4 cups rocket leaves washed and dried
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese aged Parmesan is best
- 1 cup pear 1/2 of large pear, thinly sliced
- Juice of 1/2 large lemon about 2 tablespoons
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup
- A good pinch of sea salt and pepper
Instructions
- If needed, wash and dry the rocket leaves and add them to a big salad bowl.
- Shave or grate Parmesan cheese over the top, about a cup.
- Slice half a pear into thin little strips or cubes.
- Add the dressing ingredients straight over the top just before serving: lemon juice, maple syrup, olive oil, sea salt and pepper. Toss everything together and serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 205kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 444mg | Potassium: 174mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 701IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 261mg | Iron: 1mg
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