Arugula Salad With Caramelized Onions, Cheese, And Candied Walnuts Recipe

Name: Arugula Salad With Caramelized Onions, Cheese, And Candied Walnuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Caramelized onions:; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 1/4 pounds red onions, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; Candied walnuts:; 1/3 cup (packed) golden brown sugar; 1/4 cup water; 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter; Large pinch of salt; 1 1/2 cups walnut halves; Croutons:; 4 cups 1/2-inch cubes crustless country bread; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; Salad:; 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 2 5-ounce packages baby arugula; 5-oz package soft Feta cheese, broken into 1/2-inch pieces, chilled

Servings: persons

Caramelized onions:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/4 pounds red onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Candied walnuts:
1/3 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
Large pinch of salt
1 1/2 cups walnut halves
Croutons:
4 cups 1/2-inch cubes crustless country bread
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Salad:
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 5-ounce packages baby arugula
5-oz package soft Feta cheese, broken into 1/2-inch pieces, chilled

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For croutons:
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Preheat oven to 350u00b0F. Place bread cubes in large bowl. Drizzle with oil, tossing constantly to coat evenly. Scatter cubes in single layer on rimmed baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake croutons until crisp, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand on sheet at room temperature.
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For candied walnuts:
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Combine first 4 ingredients in another heavy large skillet. Bring to boil, whisking. Boil 1 minute. Add walnuts; stir. Toss until syrup forms glaze on nuts, about 3 minutes. Transfer nuts to sheet of foil and quickly separate nuts with forks. Cool. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.
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For caramelized onions:
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Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions. Saute until golden, about 18 minutes. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with vinegar; stir to blend. Season with salt and pepper.
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For salad:
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Whisk oil and vinegar in small bowl. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
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Place arugula in very large bowl. Drop in onions, tossing to distribute evenly. Add nuts, croutons, and goat cheese. Toss with enough dressing to coat lightly.

1603

kcal

Calories

143

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Caramelized onions:, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 1/4 pounds red onions, thinly sliced, 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, and more.

Yes, Arugula Salad With Caramelized Onions, Cheese, And Candied Walnuts 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 Caramelized Onions, Cheese, And Candied Walnuts

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