Roasted Pepper-Arugula Salad with Walnut Vinaigrette
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July 30, 2009 by Alison
Filed under Healthy Recipes, Salads and Salad Dressings
Yield: 4 servings
Soft and sweet roasted peppers top this light and healthy green salad for added nutrition, richness in taste and a touch of flair. The walnuts add omega-3s for a happy heart and bodacious brain.
VINAIGRETTE
1 medium shallot, minced
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
pinch salt and pepper
2 tablespoons walnut oil
3 tablespoons olive oil
SALAD
1/2 pound arugula or other baby greens
2 roasted red, orange or yellow bell peppers, sliced
1/2 cup toasted walnut pieces
2-3 ounces goat cheese (optional)
Whisk the shallot, mustard, honey, vinegar, salt and pepper in a smal dish. Slowly drizzle in the oils, whisking vigorously. Let sit 10 minutes for the flavors to develop.
Place the arugula in a large salad bowl. Toss the dressing into the greens. Arrange the roasted peppers on top and sprinkle with the walnuts and optional cheese.
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