Arugula Salad with Roasted Shallot-Orange Vinaigrette

The sweet, mild flavor of the dressing combines beautifully with bitter arugula.

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The sweet, mild flavor of the dressing combines beautifully with bitter arugula.

Servings
Serving

Ingredients

Roasted shallot-orange vinaigrette

  • 3 shallots, roasted (see Tip, below) and roughly chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped
  • 2 Tbs. balsamic vinegar
  • Peel of 1 orange
  • 1/3 cup olive oil

Roasted shallot-orange vinaigrette

  • 1 1/2 lbs. fresh arugula, washed and dried
  • 2 oranges, cut into segments
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced

Preparation

  1. Make dressing: In medium bowl, combine shallots, garlic, vinegar and orange peel. Whisk to blend, then slowly add olive oil, whisking until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste and set aside.
  2. Place arugula in serving bowl. Add dressing and toss to coat. Divide among serving plates and garnish with orange segments and red onion slices.

Nutrition Information

  • Serving Size 6 Servings
  • Calories 139
  • Carbohydrate Content 9 g
  • Cholesterol Content 0 mg
  • Fat Content 11 g
  • Fiber Content 3 g
  • Protein Content 3 g
  • Saturated Fat Content 1 g
  • Sodium Content 48 mg
  • Sugar Content 0 g
  • Trans Fat Content 0 g
  • Unsaturated Fat Content 0 g

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