Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsAcqua al 2 - AnnapolisInsalata Di Rucola Recipe

Insalata Di Rucola Recipe

Time20m
Serves2

Avocado, emmental cheese, and pesto, tossed in a lemon shallot vinaigrette

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Lemon Shallot Vinaigrette

Method

Salad Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Arugula

    In a large salad bowl, add 4 cups of fresh arugula. Rinse it thoroughly under cold water and let it drain.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Avocado

    Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh out with a spoon. Cut the avocado into bite-sized cubes and add them to the bowl with arugula.

  3. 3

    Add the Cheese

    Cut the emmental cheese into small cubes or thin slices and add it to the salad bowl.

  4. 4

    Incorporate the Pesto

    Spoon 2 tablespoons of pesto over the arugula, avocado, and cheese mixture. Gently toss to combine all ingredients without mashing the avocado.

Vinaigrette Preparation

  1. 5

    Mix the Vinaigrette

    In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of finely chopped shallot until well combined.

  2. 6

    Emulsify the Dressing

    While whisking, slowly drizzle in 3 tablespoons of olive oil to emulsify the vinaigrette. Season with 1 teaspoon of salt and black pepper to taste.

Combine and Serve

  1. 7

    Dress the Salad

    Pour the lemon shallot vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly with the dressing.

  2. 8

    Serve

    Serve immediately as a fresh appetizer or side dish. Enjoy!

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