Arugula Salad with Aged Gouda, Savory Praline, and Whole-Grain Mustard Dressing Recipe

Name: Arugula Salad with Aged Gouda, Savory Praline, and Whole-Grain Mustard Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup pecans, coarsely chopped; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper or more, to taste; 3 tablespoons sugar; 1/2 teaspoon grainy Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 8 cups loosely packed arugula; 3/4 cup coarsely grated aged Gouda, Manchego, Asiago, or Parmigiano-Reggiano; 1/3 cup dried cherries

Servings: persons

1/3 cup pecans, coarsely chopped
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper or more, to taste
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon grainy Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
8 cups loosely packed arugula
3/4 cup coarsely grated aged Gouda, Manchego, Asiago, or Parmigiano-Reggiano
1/3 cup dried cherries

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 saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring gently, until the sugar starts to melt.
4
Stop stirring and continue cooking, swirling the skillet or pan often, until the sugar cooks to a dark golden caramel.
5
Add the pecan mixture and carefully stir to coat the nuts with caramel.
6
Pour onto the baking sheet and spread evenly with a knife.
7
Cool completely.
8
Crack the praline into pieces, 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 olive oil to form 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 enough of the dressing to thoroughly coat the leaves.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup pecans, coarsely chopped, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper or more, to taste, 3 tablespoons sugar, and more.

Yes, Arugula Salad with Aged Gouda, Savory Praline, and Whole-Grain Mustard Dressing 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.

Arugula Salad with Aged Gouda, Savory Praline, and Whole-Grain Mustard Dressing

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