Arugula Salad Insalata Di Rucola Food

INSALATA DI RUCOLA E PERA

Steps:

• Layer bottom of plate with marinated pears. Lightly coat arugula leaves with citronette dressing in a mixing bowl and lay on top of pears. Sprinkle the caramelized walnuts around the plate and top with shaved Parmesan.
• Add extra-virgin olive oil to the lemon juice in a steady stream, slowly, while whisking, until the citronette is emulsified.
• In a saute pan over low flame add sugar and water, mix it well and allow to cook until sugar melts and gets golden brown in color. Mix in the butter and let thicken.. Add walnuts, mix until caramelized. Toss well. Make sure there is an even amount of coating, then drizzle the honey evenly over walnuts. Place on sheet pan and let cool.

ARUGULA WITH PARMESAN

Steps:

• If the arugula has roots attached, cut them off. Fill the sink with cold water and toss the arugula for a few minutes to clean. Spin-dry the leaves and place them in a large bowl.
• In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pour enough dressing on the arugula to moisten. Toss well and place the salad on individual plates.
• With a very sharp knife or a vegetable peeler, shave the Parmesan into large shards and arrange them on the arugula.

ARUGULA PESTO: PESTO DI RUCOLA

Steps:

• Put the garlic, anchovies, and capers in the work bowl of a food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Add the arugula, cheese, lemon juice, and olive oil, and pulse until the mixture is completely combined and is the consistency of a classic pesto. Add salt and pepper, to taste. To serve, spread on bread or crackers, or toss with pasta. Transfer any remaining pesto to a freezer-safe airtight container and freeze for up to 1 month.

TAGLIATA CON RUCOLA - ITALIAN STEAK AND ARUGULA SALAD

Steps:

• Season steak with salt, pepper and oregano, then grill or broil until rare, 2-3 minutes per side.
• Rest steak 5 minutes, then thinly slice.
• Toss the meat and meat juices with the arugula, then drizzle with oilive oil and vinegar and toss again.
• Serve topped with shaved cheese and additional black pepper, if desired.

WILD ARUGULA SALAD

Steps:

• Place arugula in a large bowl; drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper and toss to combine.