Best 7 Arugula And Lentil Salad With Goat Cheese Recipes

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If you're searching for a flavorful and nutritious salad recipe, look no further! This arugula and lentil salad with goat cheese is packed with a variety of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With its combination of peppery arugula, hearty lentils, creamy goat cheese, and a zesty vinaigrette, this salad is sure to become a staple in your lunch or dinner rotation. Let's dive into the ingredients and instructions to create this delightful culinary experience.

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LENTIL SOUP WITH GOAT CHEESE AND ARUGULA



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Classic lentil soup is freshened up with a garnish of baby arugula and goat cheese!

Provided by MeganH

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Lentil Soup Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large yellow onion, chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
4 large carrots, sliced
3 stalks celery, diced
4 cups vegetable broth
3 cups water
1 cup white wine
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 ½ cups dry lentils
1 ½ teaspoons paprika
3 bay leaves
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups baby arugula
½ cup goat cheese

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a stockpot over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and garlic in hot oil until the onion is translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add carrots and celery to stockpot; continue cooking until soft, about 10 minutes. Pour vegetable broth, water, and white wine over the mixture. Stir crushed tomatoes, lentils, paprika, bay leaves, honey, salt, and black pepper into the mixture; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, cover the stockpot, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are soft, about 1 hour.
  • Remove and discard bay leaves. Ladle into bowls and top with arugula and goat cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.3 calories, Carbohydrate 37.7 g, Cholesterol 11.2 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 11.4 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 768.6 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

ARUGULA AND LENTIL SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE



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With green lentils anchoring a medley of tangy goat cheese and peppery arugula, this nicely textured salad is both light and filling.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup dried French green lentils, rinsed, drained, and picked over
1 small red onion, halved
3 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
3/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
4 ounces baby arugula (6 cups loosely packed)
12 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved if large
3 ounces goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Place lentils and 1 onion half in a medium saucepan; cover with cold water by 2 inches. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer, partially covered, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender, about 20 minutes. Drain; discard onion half. Transfer lentils to a medium bowl.
  • Chop remaining onion. Combine vinegar and mustard. Pour in oil in a slow, steady stream, whisking constantly until emulsified. Add chopped onion. Season with salt and pepper. Toss lentils with half the vinaigrette; let cool.
  • Arrange half the arugula on a platter. Spoon half the lentils on top. Top with half the tomatoes and half the goat cheese. Repeat with remaining ingredients to form another layer; drizzle with remaining vinaigrette.

ARUGULA AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD



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This recipe is from "Alive" Magazine. I used greengrapes instead of red - Red will be nicer but I had green on hand. The "Alive" recipe calls for 1/4 cup Hemp Hearts I didn't have any so omitted them. This is adifferent very enjoyable salad - The Grapes are a must that help blend all the flavors together

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons virgin olive oil
salt & pepper
10 ounces baby arugula, washed and dried
3/4 cup red seedless grapes
2 ounces plain goat cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and dried

Steps:

  • Whisk together the mustard, lemon juice & oil (I mixed mine in my mini mixer).
  • Place Arugula in a large bowl and toss with the dressing.
  • Divide between 4 plates.
  • Sprinkle grapes, cheese, cper & hemp heart over the arugula.
  • Serve.

WARM LENTIL SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE



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Even people who swear they don't abide beans find pleasure in the distinctive, profound flavor of lentils. They also cook quickly, and you want them on the al dente side for this salad. That means they'll be ready in 25 minutes, still a long enough simmering time to yield a savory broth. Goat cheese and lentils make a particularly good pairing; the little earthy-sweet legumes love a salty-umami complement (that's why you so often see them paired with sausage and other cured pork products), and goat cheese fits the bill. Here the combination is especially cozy, as the cheese melts into the warm lentils, bathing them in a creamy dressing. Lentils and vinegar also marry well. The key here is to add the dressing while the lentils are still warm, even if you don't plan on serving the salad warm. I spoon the mixture onto a bed of wild arugula, though regular will do if you can't find the sharper tasting, wispy wild variety.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups/14 ounces green, brown or black lentils, rinsed and picked over
1 small or 1/2 large onion, halved
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 bay leaf
Salt
1/4 cup red wine vinegar or sherry vinegar
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup broth from the lentils
3 to 4 ounces goat cheese (to taste), crumbled
Black pepper
1/4 cup minced chives or parsley, or both
2 cups wild or baby arugula

Steps:

  • In a medium pot, combine lentils, onion, two of the garlic cloves and the bay leaf with 6 cups water. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. Add salt to taste, cover, reduce heat to low and simmer 25 minutes, until lentils are cooked through but still have some texture (they should not be mushy). Taste and adjust salt. Using tongs, remove onion and bay leaf. (You may cook lentils up to four days ahead and store in the refrigerator. Bring back to a simmer and proceed with recipe.)
  • In a small bowl or measuring cup, mix together vinegar, remaining garlic, salt to taste and olive oil. Set aside.
  • Place a strainer over a bowl and carefully drain lentils, reserving 1/4 cup of the broth. Return lentils to the pot. Whisk reserved broth into the dressing, then stir dressing into lentils. Add goat cheese and stir until it has melted into the lentils. Season to taste with pepper. Stir in herbs.
  • Line a platter, salad plates or wide bowls with arugula. Top arugula with the lentils. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 427, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 22 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 335 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

SPICED PUMPKIN, LENTIL, AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD



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Provided by Ross Dobson

Categories     Salad     Side     Roast     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Low Cal     High Fiber     Lunch     Goat Cheese     Arugula     Lentil     Pumpkin     Fall     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Christmas Eve     Potluck     Cumin     Paprika     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup French green lentils*
6 cups 1-inch pieces peeled seeded sugar pumpkin or butternut squash (from about one 2-pound whole pumpkin)
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon hot smoked Spanish paprika**
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
4 cups baby arugula
1 cup soft goat cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup thinly sliced mint leaves
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Place lentils in small bowl. Cover with cold water and soak 10 minutes; drain.
  • Cook lentils in boiling salted water until tender but firm, about 30 minutes. Drain lentils. Rinse under cold water, then drain.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Place pumpkin in large bowl; toss with 2 tablespoons oil, cumin, paprika, and sea salt. Arrange pumpkin in single layer on baking sheet; roast 20 minutes. Turn pumpkin over. Roast until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Cool.
  • Combine lentils, pumpkin, and oil from baking sheet with arugula, half of goat cheese, mint, vinegar, and 1 tablespoon oil. Season with salt and pepper. Divide among plates; sprinkle remaining goat cheese over.
  • Available at some supermarkets and at specialty foods stores.
  • ** Sometimes labeled Pimentón Picante or Pimentó de La Vera Picante; available at specialty foods stores and from tienda.com.

FRENCH LENTIL SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE AND ROASTED RADISHES



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Spicy radishes are mellowed by roasting, and they keep their vibrant color and become juicy bites in this lentil and arugula salad. A shallot vinaigrette further accentuates their flavor and gives an extra boost of deliciousness to the lentils.

Provided by Vallery Lomas

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 bunches radishes (7 1/2 ounces each), larger radishes halved
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 shallot, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon grainy Dijon mustard
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
2 1/2 cups cooked French green lentils (from 1 cup dry lentils), warm or cooled
1/4 cup roasted salted almonds, roughly chopped
3 cups baby arugula
Zest of 1 lemon, for garnish
2 ounces goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Toss the radishes with 2 tablespoons of the oil on a baking sheet and season with salt and pepper. Roast until golden brown and just tender, 25 to 30 minutes, flipping them once halfway through the cooking time.
  • Whisk the shallot, garlic, thyme leaves, Dijon mustard and vinegar together in a small bowl. While whisking, slowly drizzle in the 1/3 cup of oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Put the roasted radishes, cooked lentils, almonds and dressing in a large bowl and toss to combine. Allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator and up to overnight.
  • Before serving, toss the lentil mixture with the baby arugula. Serve at room temperature topped with the lemon zest and crumbled goat cheese.

ARUGULA SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE AND POMEGRANATE



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This is a festive salad I served for Thanksgiving this year. I usually make it with my homemade shallot vinaigrette (I always have a jar in the fridge), but you can use any vinaigrette or dressing that you like.

Provided by barbara

Time 5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (5 ounce) packages arugula
3 ounces crumbled chevre (goat cheese)
3 tablespoons pomegranate seeds, or to taste
2 tablespoons vinaigrette dressing, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place arugula in a large bowl and top with chevre and pomegranate seeds. Drizzle with vinaigrette right before serving, and mix to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.8 calories, Carbohydrate 4.3 g, Cholesterol 11.2 mg, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 162.4 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender arugula: Look for leaves that are bright green and crisp, with no signs of wilting or yellowing.
  • Rinse the lentils thoroughly before cooking: This will help to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Cook the lentils according to the package directions: Be sure to use the correct amount of water and cooking time.
  • Allow the lentils to cool completely before adding them to the salad: This will help to prevent the salad from becoming too warm.
  • Use a light vinaigrette dressing: A heavy dressing will overpower the delicate flavors of the arugula and lentils.
  • Add the goat cheese just before serving: This will help to prevent it from becoming too soft and melty.
  • Serve the salad immediately: Arugula tends to wilt quickly, so it's best to enjoy the salad as soon as possible after it's made.

Conclusion:

This arugula and lentil salad with goat cheese is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for lunch or dinner. It's packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and the light vinaigrette dressing helps to keep it from being too heavy. The goat cheese adds a creamy and tangy flavor that complements the arugula and lentils perfectly. If you're looking for a simple and satisfying salad, this recipe is a great option.

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