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Arugula Goat Cheese Salad

Delicious Arugula Goat Cheese Salad For A Fresh Weekday Boost

This Arugula Goat Cheese Salad is a quick, fresh, and nutritious choice for busy weekdays, packed with vibrant flavors and healthy ingredients.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Farro Can substitute with quinoa or buckwheat for gluten-free option.
  • 4 cups Arugula Use fresh, packed cups for best flavor.
  • 1 cup Brussels Sprouts Shredded or shaved for easier incorporation.
  • 1/2 cup Pecans Substitute with walnuts or almonds if desired.
  • 4 oz Goat Cheese Can use feta or sharp white cheddar as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Shredded Rotisserie Chicken Can replace with chickpeas for vegetarian option.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Fresh Orange Juice Juice from 1 to 2 oranges.
  • 1 tbsp Creamy Almond Butter Enhances creaminess without dairy.
  • 1/4 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Use high-quality for maximum flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Flavor intensity may vary by brand.
  • 2 tbsp Honey Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt Adjust according to preferences.
  • 1/4 tsp Cracked Black Pepper Sprinkle to taste.

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add farro and reduce the heat to medium-low, letting it simmer uncovered until tender, about 25 minutes for semi-pearled farro or 30 minutes for whole grain. Drain the farro in a colander and spread it on a baking sheet to cool.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together fresh orange juice, creamy almond butter, extra-virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper until smooth.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine fresh arugula, shredded Brussels sprouts, cooled farro, and chopped pecans. Toss gently with a pinch of kosher salt.
  4. Drizzle the honey mustard dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently. Fold in crumbled goat cheese and shredded rotisserie chicken or chickpeas. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store undressed salad in an airtight container for up to 2 days. For dressed salad, consume within 24 hours for best flavor and texture. Avoid freezing due to fresh ingredients. Cooked farro can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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