Arugula, Fennel and Dried Plum Salad

 Terrific Green Salads

Total Time:
25 mins
Yield:
6

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup pine nuts

  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

  • Salt and freshly ground pepper

  • 1 small head of radicchio, leaves torn into 2-inch pieces

  • 1 bunch of arugula (4 ounces)

  • 1 small fennel bulb—halved lengthwise, cored and sliced paper thin crosswise

  • 1 cup pitted dried plums (prunes), quartered

  • 3 ounces fresh goat cheese, crumbled

Directions

  1. In a small skillet, toast the pine nuts over moderate heat, shaking the pan, until golden brown, about 2 minutes; transfer to a plate to cool.

  2. In a small bowl, whisk the balsamic and red wine vinegars with the olive oil; season with salt and pepper.

  3. In a large bowl, toss the radicchio with the arugula, fennel, dried plums and pine nuts. Add the vinaigrette and toss. Transfer the salad to a platter, scatter the goat cheese on top and serve.

Suggested Pairing

The tart goat cheese and peppery arugula in this salad will harmonize with the acidity of a tangy Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc.

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