Salad With Cherries, Goat Cheese, And Pistachios

Name: Salad With Cherries, Goat Cheese, And Pistachios
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups arugula; 2 cups baby spinach; 1/3 cup thinly vertically sliced red onion; 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 teaspoon honey; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 small garlic clove, minced; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 cup pitted halved fresh Rainier cherries; 1 ounce crumbled goat cheese (about 1/4 cup); 1/4 cup salted dry-roasted pistachios

Servings: persons

4 cups arugula
2 cups baby spinach
1/3 cup thinly vertically sliced red onion
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 small garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup pitted halved fresh Rainier cherries
1 ounce crumbled goat cheese (about 1/4 cup)
1/4 cup salted dry-roasted pistachios

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Combine arugula, spinach, and onion in a large bowl.
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Combine juice, mustard, honey, salt, black pepper, and garlic in a medium bowl, stirring with a whisk. Gradually drizzle in olive oil, stirring constantly with a whisk. Drizzle dressing over salad, and toss gently to coat. Arrange 1 1/2 cups salad on each of 4 salad plates. Top each serving with 1/4 cup cherries, 1 tablespoon cheese, and 1 tablespoon nuts.
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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups arugula, 2 cups baby spinach, 1/3 cup thinly vertically sliced red onion, 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Salad With Cherries, Goat Cheese, And Pistachios 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!