Arugula Salad With Aged Gouda, Praline, And Mustard

Name: Arugula Salad With Aged Gouda, Praline, And Mustard Dressing Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 c. pecans coarsely minced; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper or possibly more to taste; 3 Tbsp. sugar; 1/2 tsp grainy Dijon mustard; 2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar Kosher salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste; 6 Tbsp. extra-virgin extra virgin olive oil; 8 c. arugula - (loosely packed); 3/4 c. coarsely-grated aged Gouda, Manchego, Asiago, or possibly Parmigiano-Reggiano; 1/3 c. dry cherries

Servings: persons

1
To make the praline, lightly oil a large baking sheet.
2
Toss the pecans with the salt and cayenne in a small bowl.
3
Place the sugar in a heavy skillet or possibly saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring gently, till the sugar starts to heat.
4
Stop stirring and continue cooking, swirling the skillet or possibly pan often, till the sugar cooks to a dark golden brown caramel.
5
Add in the pecan mix and carefully stir to coat the nuts with caramel.
6
Pour onto the baking sheet and spread proportionately with a knife.
7
Cold completely.
8
Crack the praline into pcs, then finely chop on a cutting board.
9
To prepare the dressing, whisk the mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
10
Slowly whisk in the extra virgin olive oil to create a smooth dressing.
11
Arrange the arugula in the center of a large serving bowl.
12
Sprinkle on the cheese, cherries, and praline.
13
Toss with just sufficient of the dressing to thoroughly coat the leaves.
14
This recipe yields 6 servings.

447

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 c. pecans coarsely minced, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper or possibly more to taste, 3 Tbsp. sugar, and more.

Yes, Arugula Salad With Aged Gouda, Praline, And Mustard Dressing Recipe falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Arugula Salad With Aged Gouda, Praline, And Mustard Dressing Recipe

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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