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Warm Arugula Salad

Warm Arugula Salad

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  • Author: Liz Thomson
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 cups 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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For the vinaigrette

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Dash of pepper

For the salad

  • 5oz arugula (a standard-sized clamshell container, or about 6-7 loosely packed cups)
  • 1 15oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds
  • 1/4 cup dried apricots
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Instructions

  1. Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dijon mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add half the vinaigrette to a large Dutch oven and heat over medium heat for 30 seconds.
  3. Add the chickpeas and cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add the almonds and continue to cook for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Remove the pot from heat, then add the arugula, apricots, and remaining vinaigrette.
  6. Cover and let sit for 1 minute, then add the feta, stir, and serve.