WHITE BEAN ARUGULA SALAD

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My red, white and green salad is inspired by the Italian flag. Top it with shaved Parmesan. -Malia Estes, Allston, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

4 slices pancetta, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup chopped sweet onion
2/3 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
4 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
2 cups torn fresh arugula or baby spinach
1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese

Steps:

In a small skillet, cook pancetta over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels., In same pan, heat oil and drippings over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until tender. Add tomatoes, rosemary, salt and pepper; cook 2-3 minutes longer or until tomatoes are softened. Cool slightly., In a large bowl, combine beans, tomato mixture, pancetta, vinegar and basil. Add arugula and cheese; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 915mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 15g protein.