Arugula Salad with Persimmon and Almonds

Arugula Salad with Persimmon and Almonds

  • Preparation 20 min
  • Servings 6

Persimmons pretty up sweet or savoury dishes, like this peppy salad that puts the flavours of Spain on show. The crunch of roasted almonds meets the firm richness of Manchego cheese, tied together with a dressing of sherry vinegar. Above the peppery tang of arugula and slivered shallots, persimmons find a friend in fresh figs, which share a delicate taste and texture. Perfect for lunch, or as a suppertime side.

Featured in RICARDO Magazine HOLIDAY 2018 (p. 97)
  • Végétarien
  • Végétalien
  • Sans lactose
  • Sans gluten
  • Sans produits laitiers
  • Sans oeufs

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Ingredients

    • 1 small shallot, thinly sliced
    • 2 tbsp (30 ml) sherry vinegar
    • 3 tbsp (45 ml) olive oil
    • 6 cups (140 g) arugula
    • 2 figs, quartered
    • 1 large non-astringent or astringent persimmon (or 2 small), peeled and thinly sliced into wedges
    • 1/3 cup (60 g) roasted almonds, roughly chopped
    • 1/3 cup (35 g) Manchego or sharp cheddar cheese, roughly crumbled (see note)

Preparation

Note from Ricardo

Manchego is a firm, sheep’s milk cheese from Spain, sold at most supermarkets.

Personal Note

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