Best 4 Arugula Salad With Goat Cheese Toasted Pecans And Cranberry Vinaigrette Recipes

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Arugula salad with goat cheese, toasted pecans, and cranberry vinaigrette is a flavorful, nutritious, and visually appealing dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of peppery arugula, creamy goat cheese, sweet cranberries, and crunchy pecans creates a delightful symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This salad is also packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making it a healthy choice that will leave you feeling satisfied and energized.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ARUGULA SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE, TOASTED PECANS AND CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE



ARUGULA SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE, TOASTED PECANS AND CRANBERRY VINAIGRETTE image

Categories     Salad     Leafy Green

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup dried cranberries
1 1/2 cups boiling water
3 Tbs. fresh orange juice
1 1/2 Tbs. cider vinegar
1 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard
6 Tbs. canola oil
3 Tbs. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
10 oz. arugula
1 1/4 cups pecan halves, toasted
5 oz. goat cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Put the dried cranberries in a small bowl and pour the boiling water over them. Let steep for 10 minutes, then drain. In another small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, vinegar and mustard. Slowly whisk in the oil. Fold in the cranberries and parsley, and season with salt and pepper. Put the arugula in a large serving bowl. Scatter the pecans and goat cheese over the top. Drizzle with the cranberry vinaigrette and serve immediately. Serves 8 to 10.

ARUGULA, PEAR AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD WITH POMEGRANATE VINAIGRETTE



Arugula, Pear and Goat Cheese Salad With Pomegranate Vinaigrette image

I think this makes a perfect holiday salad. I will be making it for Thanksgiving and will report back. Source: Food52. com / brigidc's. This is her description of the salad. Sweet, salty, tart, crunchy and spicy, this salad has perfect flavor and texture balance. The inspiration was pomegranate molasses, which I learned about when I worked on a Persian food class. I like how the molasses takes the acidic edge off the vinaigrette but it is still tangy and delicious. Be sure to try this no fuss, no muss recipe Recipe #446884 I made my own pomegranate molasses: Recipe #490458 It's easy and can be reduced to make a smaller amount. It can be stored up to 6 months.

Provided by Chicagoland Chef du

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large shallot, halved and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon pomegranate molasses
2 tablespoons sherry wine or 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
4 cups arugula, lightly packed
4 cups romaine lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces
2 ripe pears, cored and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/3 cup pomegranate seeds, Seeding a Pomegranate - Step by Step
3 ounces fresh goat cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup pistachios, toasted and coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Vinaigrette Dressing:.
  • In a small bowl combine the shallot, pomegranate molasses, vinegar, salt and pepper and whisk until the salt is dissolved.
  • Whisk in the olive oil and let vinaigrette stand at room temperature until salad is assembled.
  • Salad:.
  • Combine the arugula, romaine, pears and half of the pomegranate seeds in a large bowl.
  • Crumble half of the goat cheese over the ingredients in the bowl (this works best if the cheese is very cold).
  • Whisk the vinaigrette until uniform and add all but 2 tablespoons of it to the bowl.
  • Gently toss the salad with your hands or salad tongs, coating the ingredients well with the vinaigrette. If the salad seems dry, add the vinaigrette in small increments until it is dressed to your liking.
  • Crumble the remaining cheese over the salad and sprinkle the remaining pomegranate seeds and the pistachios over the top. Serve immediately.

ARUGULA, WATERCRESS, AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD WITH RASPBERRY VINAIGRETTE



Arugula, Watercress, and Goat Cheese Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette image

Provided by Joe Dion

Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Nut     Appetizer     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Goat Cheese     Raspberry     Arugula     Spring     Summer     Watercress     Bon Appétit     South Carolina     Sugar Conscious     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup fresh raspberries, divided
1/2 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons raspberry vinegar or white wine vinegar
1 shallot, chopped
1 teaspoon honey
1 5-ounce bag mixed baby greens with arugula
2 cups small watercress sprigs
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
1 cup crumbled soft fresh goat cheese (about 4 ounces)

Steps:

  • Puree 1/2 cup raspberries, oil, vinegar, shallot, and honey in blender. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Combine remaining 1/2 cup raspberries, greens, watercress, and pine nuts in large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Divide salad among plates. Sprinkle with goat cheese. Serve, passing remaining dressing separately.

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 the freshest arugula you can find, with bright green leaves and no signs of wilting. - To toast pecans, spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 5-7 minutes, or until fragrant and slightly browned. - For a sweeter vinaigrette, use honey or maple syrup instead of sugar. - If you don't have goat cheese, you can substitute feta or blue cheese. - To make the salad more substantial, add grilled chicken or salmon.

Conclusion:

This arugula salad is a delicious and healthy side dish or light lunch. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's easy to make. The combination of sweet and tangy vinaigrette, crunchy pecans, and creamy goat cheese makes this salad irresistible. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy salad recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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