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Arugula Salad with Manchego and Apples

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This Arugula Salad with Manchego and Apples is a fresh, crisp, and tangy salad that combines peppery arugula, sweet-tart apples, nutty Manchego cheese, and a bright lemon vinaigrette. It’s perfect as a light appetizer or a refreshing side dish.

Ingredients

  • 5 ounces baby arugula
  • 1 large crisp apple (such as Fuji or Honeycrisp), thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for apple slices)
  • 3 ounces Manchego cheese, shaved
  • 1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (for dressing)
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together shallots, Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking continuously until the dressing is emulsified.
  3. In a separate bowl, toss the sliced apples with 1 tablespoon lemon juice to prevent browning.
  4. In a large salad bowl, combine the arugula, apples, shaved Manchego cheese, and toasted almonds.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  6. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Use a crisp, sweet apple like Fuji or Honeycrisp for the best flavor contrast with arugula.
  • Manchego cheese can be substituted with Parmesan or Pecorino if desired.
  • Toast almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for a few minutes until fragrant.
  • Dress the salad just before serving to keep the arugula from wilting.

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