Jul 14 2026

Arugula Salad Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette, Arugula, Dried Cranberries, Caramelized Pecans, Shaved Parmesan and Sun Dried Tomatoes.

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette Ingredients

Method

Salad Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Arugula

    Rinse the arugula under cold water and spin dry in a salad spinner, or pat dry with a clean kitchen towel. Place the arugula in a large salad bowl.

  2. 2

    Add the Dried Cranberries

    Sprinkle the dried cranberries over the arugula in the salad bowl.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Caramelized Pecans

    If you haven't prepared the caramelized pecans yet, take raw pecans and sauté them in a skillet over medium heat with a bit of butter and sugar until they are golden brown and caramelized. Let them cool, then add to the salad.

  4. 4

    Add Shaved Parmesan

    Sprinkle the shaved Parmesan cheese over the top of the salad.

  5. 5

    Add Sun Dried Tomatoes

    Chop the sun dried tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and add them to the salad.

Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette Preparation

  1. 6

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a small bowl or jar, combine the honey, balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 7

    Whisk or Shake

    Whisk the ingredients together until well combined, or seal the jar and shake vigorously until the vinaigrette is emulsified.

  3. 8

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving, and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.

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