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Arugula Spinach Salad with Fresh Cherries and Goat Cheese
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Arugula Spinach Salad with Fresh Cherries and Goat Cheese

A burst of sweetness from the fresh cherries combined with the peppery flavor of arugula and spiced walnuts makes this side salad a fun summer salad treat. Fancy, but easy to pull together and full of brain boosting antioxidants. Easy to double or make enough for the family too.
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Arugula, balsamic vinegar dressing, Cherries, Spinach
Servings: 1
Calories: 190kcal

Ingredients

Arugula Spinach Salad

  • ½ cup arugula
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • ¼ cup pitted and halved fresh cherries
  • 1 tbsp goat cheese crumbled
  • 1 tbsp spiced walnuts
  • 1 tbsp Orange balsamic dressing

Orange Balsamic Dressing

  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 ½ tbsp. balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp. honey
  • ¼ tsp. kosher salt
  • ¼ tsp. black pepper
  • 1 tsp. orange juice
  • ½ tsp. orange zest

Instructions

  • Slice the onions and place them in ice-cold water while making the dressing.

Orange Balsamic Dressing

  • Place all ingredients for the dressing in a small mason jar. Seal the lid and shake.
    You can store the dressing in the jar in the fridge for one to two weeks.

Arugula Spinach Salad

  • Place arugula and spinach on a small plate.
  • Top with onions, cherry halves, the crumbled goat cheese, and walnut pieces.
  • Drizzle with the dressing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1salad | Calories: 190kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 3.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 190mg | Potassium: 240mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 1.2mg