ARUGULA SALAD WITH BACON, DATES, ALMONDS AND PARMESAN

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Make and share this Arugula Salad With Bacon, Dates, Almonds and Parmesan recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KerfuffleUponWincle

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 18m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 slices bacon (Reserve 2 tablespoons drippings)
8 cups arugula (or substitute mixed greens)
8 dates (such as Medjool, pitted and sliced lengthwise)
1/4 cup toasted almond (1 ounce, roughly chopped)
2 ounces parmesan cheese (about 1/3 cup, cut into small pieces or slivers)
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Fry the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 8 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the arugula, dates, almonds, and Parmesan; set aside.
  • Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Carefully pour 2 tablespoons of the warm drippings into a small bowl. Add the vinegar, mustard, salt, pepper, and oil; whisk until combined.
  • Drizzle the warm vinaigrette over the salad and toss.
  • Divide among plates and top with crumbled bacon.

Neliaa Love
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I love the way the Parmesan cheese adds a touch of richness to this salad. It's the perfect finishing touch.


lalon103 gazi
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with arugula, tomatoes, and cucumbers.


Newell's Knick Knacks
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I love the way the dates add a touch of sweetness to this salad. It's the perfect balance of flavors.


Parash Rawal
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's the perfect salad for a hot summer day.


Vikki Ross
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I love the way the arugula and bacon pair together in this salad. It's a match made in heaven.


Simanga Sangweni
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This salad is a great way to show off your culinary skills. It's sure to impress your guests.


Juvan Dreyer
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I've made this salad several times now and I always find new ways to enjoy it. It's a great salad to experiment with different ingredients.


Nick Multy
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I always get compliments when I serve it.


Robin Hensley
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I love the sweet and salty flavor combination in this salad. It's the perfect balance of flavors.


Ru wi Bea
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover bacon. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Abinash Bhujel
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I'm not a big fan of arugula, but this salad changed my mind. It's so delicious and flavorful.


ANGEL CHACON
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This is the best arugula salad I've ever had. The dressing is amazing and the combination of ingredients is perfect.


Liet Lizzy
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I made this salad for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it all up!


Krishok Rajayogandran
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of arugula, bacon, dates, almonds, and Parmesan cheese.


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


Dalton Walley
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This is my new favorite salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Valeria Sandez
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I made this salad for lunch and it was so good! The arugula was peppery and fresh, and the bacon, dates, almonds, and Parmesan cheese added a nice crunch and flavor. The dressing was also very good.


Lauren Mollett
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great. The dressing was flavorful and the salad was very refreshing. I would definitely make this again.


Raja Abuzar
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This arugula salad was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of bacon, dates, almonds, and Parmesan cheese was delicious and perfectly balanced. I especially loved the sweet and salty flavor combination.