Beet and Pear Appetizer Towers

Directions

1. 1

   Step 1

   

   Wash and dry the pear, beet, and arugula. Shell the walnuts and remove the inner partitions. You'll need a pot for boiling the beet and a special mandoline slicer for cutting thin slices. If you don't have one, use a knife.

2. 2

   Step 2

   

   Place the beet in a pot, cover with cold water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook for 40–60 minutes, depending on the size of the roots. The beet should be completely tender when done.

3. 3

   Step 3

   

   Cool and peel the beet. Cut into thin slices. For uniform slices, use a mandoline slicer.

4. 4

   Step 4

   

   Cut the pear into thin slices.

   TipIf you have a special tool, remove the pear's core. If not, cut it out manually from each slice with a knife.

5. 5

   Step 5

   

   In a separate bowl, mix the olive oil and lemon juice, and add a pinch of salt.

6. 6

   Step 6

   

   Chop the walnuts with a knife and crumble the feta.

7. 7

   Step 7

   

   Layer the pear, beet, and feta cheese slices on a plate, alternating them. You should get two towers.

8. 8

   Step 8

   

   Arrange the arugula around the towers, sprinkle with feta and chopped walnuts, and drizzle with the dressing.

9. 9

   Step 9

   

   Serve as an Italian appetizer with meat dishes and side dishes.