Summer Chopped Salad With Arugula Vinaigrette Recipes

ARUGULA SALAD AND ULTIMATE VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Combine the shallot, mustard, vinegar, oil, sugar, honey and salt and pepper in a jar and shake to emulsify.
• Toss arugula with vinaigrette, to taste.

GRILLED SUMMER SQUASH SALAD WITH ARUGULA, RANCH TOMATOES AND TARRAGON VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Tarragon Vinaigrette:
• In a small bowl add olive oil, sherry vinegar, chopped tarragon, salt and cracked pepper and whisk. Reserve for salad.
• Brush zucchini and squash with tarragon vinaigrette and grill lightly on both sides. Reserve for salad.
• In a large bowl, combine the arugula, tomatoes, and tarragon vinaigrette; add a little at a time. Do not overdress salad; greens should be lightly coated. Lay out 8 plates, arrange 1 zucchini slice and 1 yellow squash slice on each plate, add a handful of arugula tomato salad and season with salt and cracked pepper.

SUMMER CHOPPED SALAD WITH ARUGULA VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Vinaigrette: In a food processor fitted with the metal blade, mince the shallot; add vinegar, lemon juice, and mustard and process to combine.
• With the machine running, gradually add the oil to make and emulsified sauce.
• Add the salt, pepper, and arugula.
• Pulse until well blended.
• Taste and adjust the seasoning.
• Salad: In a large salad bowl, combine the greens, vegetables, and cheese; add the vinaigrette and toss until well coated.
• Divide the salad among individual plates and serve.
• NOTE: The vinaigrette may be prepared in 1 day in advance, covered, and refrigerated. Whisk it well before using.

SUMMER SALAD WITH CITRUS VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Whisk together first five ingredients., For salad, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; stir-fry beef until browned, 1-3 minutes. Remove from heat. If desired, sprinkle with salt., Place romaine, fruit and beef in a serving dish. Toss with vinaigrette. If desired, top with walnuts. Serve immediately.