CHERRY-ALMOND-ARUGULA SALAD

Cherry-Almond-Arugula Salad image

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

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