ARUGULA SALAD WITH BACON AND PECANS

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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chopped chives
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon concentrated tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Pinch kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
5 ounces baby arugula, well washed
4 slices bacon, fried crisp and crumbled
1 cup chopped toasted pecans
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 seedless cucumber, diced
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • Dressing: Add all of the ingredients to a medium-sized mixing bowl and whisk until combined. Adjust the seasonings with salt and black pepper, to taste. Cover with plastic wrap and keep refrigerated until ready to use. Any leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator up to 4 days, in a tightly sealed container.
  • Salad: Add all the ingredients to a large salad bowl. Drizzle on desired amount of dressing just before serving and toss. Re-season with salt and pepper, if necessary.

Christof C
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I've never been a big fan of arugula, but this salad has changed my mind. The bacon, pecans, and goat cheese really balance out the peppery flavor of the arugula.


Mwbbeh Wbbjb
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover bacon and pecans. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Sherlock Syfox
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I love how easy this salad is to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.


Purity TV
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. The arugula is a great base for the other ingredients, and the bacon and pecans add a nice crunch.


Chondan Mondal
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I've made this salad several times and it's always been a hit. It's the perfect salad for a summer party or potluck.


Ali jan Ali
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the way the bacon and pecans add a smoky and nutty flavor to the salad.


mini_jedi
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Sad_Frosty
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This salad is perfect for a light and healthy lunch. It's also a great way to use up leftover bacon and pecans.


Md ruman Islam
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I've never been a big fan of arugula, but this salad has changed my mind. The bacon, pecans, and goat cheese really balance out the peppery flavor of the arugula.


Goratile Mxekwa
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover bacon and pecans. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Mintasay Gebeyehu
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I love how easy this salad is to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.


Teuta Alii
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. The arugula is a great base for the other ingredients, and the bacon and pecans add a nice crunch.


sk ripon1991
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect salad for a summer party or potluck.


xbeci169 beci
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors.


Zaitoon Williams
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I made this salad for lunch today and it was delicious! The arugula was fresh and peppery, and the bacon and pecans added a nice crunchy texture. The dressing was simple but flavorful.


Malik Abdullah rouf
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This arugula salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of bacon, pecans, and goat cheese was perfect, and the dressing was light and tangy. I highly recommend this recipe.