GRILLED PEACH, RICE & ARUGULA SALAD

Grilled Peach, Rice & Arugula Salad image

This hearty salad was created when I needed to clear out some leftovers from the fridge-and it became an instant hit! The grilled peaches are the ultimate "tastes like summer" salad booster. -Lauren Wyler, Dripping Springs, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
SALAD:
1 package (8.8 ounces) ready-to-serve long grain and wild rice
2 medium peaches, quartered
6 cups fresh arugula (about 4 ounces)
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese

Steps:

For dressing, whisk together first 6 ingredients., Prepare rice according to package directions; cool slightly. Place peaches on a lightly oiled grill rack over medium heat. Grill, covered, until lightly browned, 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally., To serve, add bacon and 1/4 cup dressing to rice. Line a platter with arugula; top with rice mixture and peaches. Drizzle with remaining dressing; top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 530mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges