Arugula Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette
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Arugula Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette
Description
The raspberry vinaigrette is prepared by blending fresh or thawed raspberries with olive oil, red wine vinegar, maple syrup, finely chopped shallot, and salt, creating a smooth dressing balancing tart and sweet flavors. This dressing highlights the brightness of the raspberries and provides a gentle acidity from the vinegar and sweetness from maple syrup.
The base salad consists of baby arugula leaves providing a slightly bitter, peppery bite, complemented by juicy sliced pears and thinly sliced red onion for mild sharpness. Soft goat cheese adds a creamy tang, while chopped pecans contribute crunch and a nutty depth. Fresh raspberries or pomegranate seeds enhance the fruitiness and add color contrast.
The vinaigrette is drizzled over the salad and gently tossed, allowing the leaves to absorb flavor without wilting. The dressing can be prepared up to two days in advance and is best added right before serving to maintain crispness of the greens.
Ingredients
Raspberry Vinaigrette
- 1/2 cup raspberry fresh, or thawed from frozen
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon shallot or red onion, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Arugula Salad
- 5 ounces arugula baby
- 1 pear (red or green), cored and sliced
- 1/3 cup red onion thinly sliced
- 3 ounces soft goat cheese
- 1/4 cup pecans , chopped
- 1/3 cup raspberries or pomegranate arils, fresh
Instructions
- To make the dressing, combine the raspberries, oil, vinegar, maple syrup, shallot, and salt in a blender, and blend until smooth. Taste and adjust the flavor, as needed.
- To assemble the salad, arrange the arugula in a large serving bowl, and top it with the sliced pear, goat cheese, pecans, and raspberries or pomegranate arils. Drizzle half the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Taste and add more dressing, as desired. Serve right away.
- This dressing can be made up to 2 days in advance when stored in an airtight container in the fridge. Be sure to dress this salad right before serving it, so it doesn't get soggy.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 138 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 138kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 88mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 223mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 1061IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 95mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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