ARUGULA AND SPINACH SALAD WITH CARAMELIZED SHALLOTS

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This lovely salad, from "Pure Food" by Christine Cushing, is a sophisticated variation of Greek salad. The flavours compliment each other beautifully.

Provided by Irmgard

Categories     Spinach

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/2 ounces baby arugula, washed
2 1/2 ounces Baby Spinach, washed
3 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 large shallots, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons sherry wine vinegar
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
sea salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Warm 1 tablespoons olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the sliced shallots and stir frequently for about 6 to 8 minutes or until golden.
  • Reduce the heat to low and cook for a further 2 minutes until gently browned.
  • Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, wash and dry the arugula and spinach and place in a medium bowl.
  • To make the dressing, whisk together the vinegar, mustard and oregano in a small bowl.
  • Continue whisking while slowly pouring in the 1/4 cup olive oil until well combined.
  • Season with salt.
  • Gently toss the greens with the cheese and vinaigrette to coat.
  • Sprinkle with the caramelized shallots and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.6, Fat 21.9, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 20.1, Sodium 285.9, Carbohydrate 4.1, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.4, Protein 4.5

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