CHERRY-ALMOND-ARUGULA SALAD

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Arugula has a peppery bite that works well with sweet dried cherries, smoky almonds and creamy goat cheese.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 oz ciabatta bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 5 cups)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon olive oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon country-style Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
8 cups arugula
1/2 cup dried cherries
1/2 cup chopped smoked almonds
1/2 cup crumbled chèvre (goat) cheese (2 oz)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 450°F. In large bowl, place bread cubes. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil; toss to coat. Spread bread cubes in single layer on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake about 10 minutes or until toasted.
  • In small bowl, mix dressing ingredients with whisk.
  • In large bowl, toss arugula, cherries, almonds and croutons. Drizzle dressing over salad; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 25 g, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 310 mg

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