Arugula Salad With Walnuts (Cevizli Roka Salatasi)

Name: Arugula Salad With Walnuts (Cevizli Roka Salatasi)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 bunch arugula; 4 ounces soft fresh goat cheese; one handful walnuts, crushed in medium size, lightly roasted; Dressing; 2 tablespoons pomegranate paste (NOT grenadine syrup! No, no!); 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; scant 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (I whirled red pepper flakes in a coffee mill to powder-reduced from 1 teaspoon); salt; fresh crack black pepper; Garnish; 2 tablespoons fresh basil, cut into thin ribbons (NOT dried basil!); scant 1 tablespoon dried pomegranate seeds (fresh if available, dried cranberries a decent substitute)

Servings: persons

1 bunch arugula
4 ounces soft fresh goat cheese
one handful walnuts, crushed in medium size, lightly roasted
Dressing
2 tablespoons pomegranate paste (NOT grenadine syrup! No, no!)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
scant 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (I whirled red pepper flakes in a coffee mill to powder-reduced from 1 teaspoon)
salt
fresh crack black pepper
Garnish
2 tablespoons fresh basil, cut into thin ribbons (NOT dried basil!)
scant 1 tablespoon dried pomegranate seeds (fresh if available, dried cranberries a decent substitute)

1
Note: the dressing tastes best if prepared at least 1 hour in advance of serving.
2
Wash and drain the arugula well.
3
Depending on the size of the leaves, leave whole or chop up into smaller pieces.
4
Arrange the arugula on a platter or on 4 individual salad plates.
5
Whisk all the dressing ingredients. Taste and adjust seasonings. If you want the dressing a little spicier, add more of the (powdered) red pepper flakes.
6
Drizzle dressing over the arugula; gently toss. Add goat cheese (or tulum cheese if available). Garnish walnuts on top.
7
Finally, add the basil leaves and if desired, garnish each serving with a light toss of dried pomegranate seeds.

215

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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

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 bunch arugula, 4 ounces soft fresh goat cheese, one handful walnuts, crushed in medium size, lightly roasted, Dressing, and more.

Yes, Arugula Salad With Walnuts (Cevizli Roka Salatasi) 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!