Grilled Broccoli And Arugula Salad Food

ARUGULA SALAD WITH GRILLED FRUIT

Steps:

• For the Vinaigrette: Combine the balsamic vinegar and shallot in a small bowl. Slowly pour the olive into the bowl, whisking constantly. Season with salt and pepper.
• For the Arugula Salad: Place a grill pan over medium-high heat or preheat a gas or charcoal grill. Brush the apricots with the olive oil and grill for 2 minutes on each side. On the other side of the grill cook the pancetta slices on each side, until crispy, about 1 to 2 minutes.
• To serve: Place the arugula in a large salad bowl. Slice the grilled apricots and add to the bowl. Add the vinaigrette and toss to lightly coat the arugula. Crumble the pancetta over the top and sprinkle with the hazelnuts. Serve immediately.
• *Cook's Note: You can use any stone fruit such as peaches or plums. Red apples or figs are also great alternatives.

GRILLED BROCCOLI AND ARUGULA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook broccoli in a large pot of boiling salted water until bright green and crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Drain; transfer to a bowl of ice water. Let cool, then drain. Pat broccoli dry; place in a large bowl.
• Prepare a grill for medium-high heat. Drizzle broccoli with oil and toss to coat; season with salt. Grill broccoli, turning occasionally, until charred in spots, 5-7 minutes. Return to bowl and let cool, tossing occasionally.
• Purée anchovy, garlic, mayonnaise, buttermilk, chervil, tarragon, chives, lemon juice, and mustard in a blender until smooth; season dressing with salt.
• Add arugula to broccoli and toss to combine. Drizzle salad with 3/4 cup dressing and toss to coat; season with more salt if needed.
• Arrange salad on a platter and top with cheddar.
• Do Ahead
• Dressing can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and chill.

ARUGULA SALAD WITH GRILLED MUSHROOMS & GOAT CHEESE

Steps:

• In a large bowl, whisk the vermouth with the olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes.
• Trim the root ends of the oyster mushrooms, leaving them attached in small bunches.
• Discard the shiitake stems and leave the caps whole.
• Stem the portobellos.
• Wipe off the cremini.
• Add all of the mushrooms to the vermouth marinade, then toss and let stand for 20 minutes, stirring them occasionally.
• Light a grill or preheat a broiler.
• Drain the mushrooms; reserve 1 tablespoon of the marinade.
• Grill the mushrooms or broil them over high heat until browned and tender, about 15 minutes.
• Thickly slice the grilled mushrooms.
• Add the vinegar and shallot to the large bowl and whisk in the reserved marinade to taste.
• Add the arugula and walnuts, season with salt and pepper and toss to coat.
• If you want more of a kick, add some more of the crushed red pepper flakes!
• Transfer the arugula salad to plates, top with the grilled mushrooms and crumbled goat cheese.
• Enjoy!