Best 9 Arugula Salad With Grapes Fennel Gorgonzola And Pecans Recipes

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Arugula salad is a delightful dish that combines refreshing and flavorful ingredients. The peppery bite of arugula, the sweetness of grapes, the subtle crunch of fennel, the tanginess of gorgonzola, and the nutty richness of pecans create a harmonious symphony of flavors and textures. This tantalizing salad is not only a culinary delight but also a nutritional powerhouse, boasting an array of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

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

ARUGULA SALAD WITH PEARS AND GORGONZOLA



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (15-ounce) can pear halves, drained and sliced, reserve 2 tablespoons juice
2 tablespoons olive oil and vinegar dressing
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups baby arugala
4 tablespoons Gorgonzola, crumbled
4 tablespoons glazed pecans

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons reserved pear juice and olive oil and vinegar dressing. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Add arugula and toss to coat.
  • Divide dressed arugula among 4 chilled salad plates. Top each salad with 4 pear slices, Gorgonzola, and pecans. Serve immediately.

ARUGULA SALAD WITH GRAPES, FENNEL, GORGONZOLA AND PECANS



ARUGULA SALAD WITH GRAPES, FENNEL, GORGONZOLA AND PECANS image

Categories     Salad     Lettuce

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 tsp. apricot jam
3 Tbsp. white wine vinegar
3 Tbsp. olive oil
1 small shallot, minced very fine (1Tbsp)
salt and fresh ground pepper
1/2 small fennel bulb, cored, trimmed of stalks and sliced very thin (about 1 cup); fronds chopped coarse (about 1/4 cup)
5 ounces lightly packed baby arugula (8 cups)
6 ounces red seedless grapes, halved lengthwise (about 1 cup)
3 ounces Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled (3/4 cup)
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Whisk jam, vinegar, oil, shallot, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper in large bowl. Toss fennel with vinaigrette; let stand 15 minutes. Add arugula, fennel fronds, and grapes; toss and adjust seasonings with salt and pepper. Divide salad among individual plates; top each with portion of Gorgonzola and pecans. Serve immediately.

ARUGULA SALAD WITH QUICK-PICKLED GRAPES, FENNEL, PEAR AND BRIE



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 ounces arugula
4 ounces brie, cut into bite-size pieces
1 bulb fennel, trimmed and sliced
1 green pear, cored and sliced
Quick-Pickled Grapes, chilled (see recipe below)
Dressing (see recipe below)
1 cup apple cider vinegar
1 1/2 cups green seedless grapes, cut in half
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon whole grain mustard
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • To assemble the salad: add the arugula to a large serving bowl. Top with the brie, fennel, pear and grapes. Top with the dressing and toss to combine.
  • Add the vinegar and 1 cup of water to a small saucepan and heat over medium-high heat. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then turn off the heat and add the grapes. Let the grapes sit in the warm liquid for 20 minutes and then drain. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Add the vinegar, olive oil, mustard and a pinch each of salt and pepper to a jar, secure the lid and shake vigorously to emulsify. Set aside until ready to dress the salad.

ARUGULA SALAD WITH FENNEL, PEAR, & SHAVED PARMESAN RECIPE - (3.8/5)



Arugula Salad with Fennel, Pear, & Shaved Parmesan Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by Trix

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups arugula
1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced (fronds may be saved for salad garnish)
2 medium pears or 1 large pear, sliced length-wise
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, shaved
Juice from 1 lemon
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Note: Spinach can be used in place of arugula, and walnuts or pecans may be included for added richness and crunch. To make dressing, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, mustard, and salt. Combine arugula, fennel, and pear slices in a large bowl. Add dressing and lightly toss. Top with shaved Parmesan and garnish with fennel fronds.

ARUGULA SALAD WITH SUGARED PECANS



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These candied pecans for salad pair perfectly with a tangy dressing. Our home economists recommend keeping a close eye on the pecans because they toast quickly.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 teaspoon butter
1/3 cup chopped pecans
1 teaspoon sugar
4 cups torn leaf lettuce
2 cups fresh arugula or baby spinach
1 small fennel bulb, thinly sliced
1/2 cup grape tomatoes
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon honey
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a small heavy skillet, melt butter. Add pecans; cook over medium heat until toasted, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle with sugar; cook and stir for 2-4 minutes or until sugar is melted. Spread on foil to cool. , In a large salad bowl, combine the lettuce, arugula, fennel and tomatoes. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the remaining ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Top with sugared pecans. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ARUGULA, PEAR AND GORGONZOLA SALAD



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     weekday, salads and dressings

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 bunch arugula
2 teaspoons white-wine vinegar
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon Gorgonzola dolce
2 tablespoons pine nuts
1/2 ripe pear

Steps:

  • Wash and remove tough stems from arugula; dry.
  • In serving bowl whisk together the vinegar, oil and sugar. Stir in the Gorgonzola and pine nuts.
  • Peel the pear, cut into bite-size pieces and combine with arugula in the bowl. Toss to dress well.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 181, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 119 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

ARUGULA-FIG SALAD WITH CREAMY GORGONZOLA



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This easy, low-carb fig salad with creamy Gorgonzola and peppery arugula is a beautiful and elegant dish that's perfect for a light lunch or a summer salad. Makes for easy summer entertaining if you prep everything in advance and assemble just before serving. I didn't feel the need to toss this salad as I was afraid of damaging the gorgeous figs.

Provided by Anastasia

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Arugula Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon orange blossom water, or more to taste
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
4 cups baby arugula
4 fresh figs, stemmed and quartered
3 ounces creamy Gorgonzola cheese, diced into small cubes
¼ cup crushed pistachios
sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine olive oil, lemon juice, orange blossom water, orange juice, and orange zest in a glass jar and shake dressing until emulsified.
  • Arrange arugula on a salad platter, place figs on top, then top with Gorgonzola cheese and scatter the crushed pistachios over to garnish. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.7 calories, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 219.3 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

ARUGULA SALAD WITH PEARS, OVEN-DRIED GRAPES, AND ROASTED-SHALLOT VINAIGRETTE



Arugula Salad with Pears, Oven-Dried Grapes, and Roasted-Shallot Vinaigrette image

Categories     Salad     Blender     Fruit     Leafy Green     Onion     Side     Bake     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Pear     Arugula     Fall     Healthy     Grape     Shallot     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 pounds seedless red grapes, stemmed
4 teaspoons plus 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 shallots (about 4 ounces), peeled
1/4 cup Sherry wine vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
12 ounces arugula (about 16 cups), tough stems removed
3 ripe pears, quartered, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250°F. Line rimmed baking sheet with parchment. Arrange grapes in single layer on baking sheet. Drizzle with 3 teaspoons olive oil; toss to coat. Place shallots on sheet of heavy-duty foil; drizzle with 1 teaspoon oil. Enclose in foil; place in small baking dish. Bake until shallots are very soft, about 1 1/2 hours, and grapes are shriveled and lightly caramelized, about 2 1/2 hours. Cool. Do ahead: Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover separately; chill. Bring to room temperature before using.
  • Combine shallots and accumulated juices, vinegar, and honey in blender and puree. Season with salt and pepper.
  • With blender running, gradually blend in remaining 3/4 cup oil. Do ahead: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature before serving.
  • Toss arugula in large bowl with enough dressing to coat. Divide among plates. Top with pears and grapes. Sprinkle with cracked pepper and serve.

ARUGULA SALAD WITH GRAPES, FENNEL, GORGONZOLA, AND PECANS



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Make and share this Arugula Salad With Grapes, Fennel, Gorgonzola, and Pecans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by HelenG

Categories     Spring

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 teaspoons apricot jam
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 small shallot, very finely minced (about 1 tablespoon)
salt & fresh ground pepper
1/2 small fennel bulb, cored, trimmed of stalks, and sliced very thin (about 1 cup)
5 ounces lightly packed stemmed arugula (about 8 cups)
6 ounces red seedless grapes, halved lengthwise (about 1 cup)
3 ounces gorgonzola, crumbled (3/4 cup)
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Whisk jam, vinegar, oil, shallot, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in large bowl. Toss fennel with vinaigrette; let stand 15 minutes.
  • Add arugula, fennel fronds, and grapes; toss and adjust seasonings with salt and pepper.
  • Top with gorgonzola and pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.1, Fat 17.6, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 10.6, Sodium 216.1, Carbohydrate 12.2, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 7, Protein 5

Tips:

  • Choose fresh and crisp ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish. Look for arugula that is bright green and has no signs of wilting. The grapes should be plump and sweet. The fennel should be crisp and have a mild anise flavor.
  • Use a light dressing: A simple vinaigrette or lemon-based dressing will allow the flavors of the arugula, grapes, fennel, gorgonzola, and pecans to shine through. A heavy dressing will overpower the delicate flavors of the salad.
  • Do not overdress the salad: A little dressing goes a long way. Overdressing the salad will make it soggy and limp.
  • Serve the salad immediately: Arugula salad is best enjoyed fresh. If you make it ahead of time, the arugula will wilt and the salad will not be as flavorful.

Conclusion:

Arugula salad with grapes, fennel, gorgonzola, and pecans is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. With its beautiful colors and flavors, this salad is sure to impress your guests.

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