Honeycrisp Arugula and Prosciutto Salad
Crisp, fresh, and irresistibly savory, this Honeycrisp Arugula and Prosciutto Salad is a perfect harmony of flavors and textures. Featuring peppery arugula, sweet slices of Honeycrisp apple, and delicate ribbons of Parmesan cheese, this salad is elevated with salty, paper-thin prosciutto and the satisfying crunch of toasted walnuts. The simple homemade dressing, made with extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard, ties it all together with a tangy-sweet finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy, elegant salad is perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or stunning starter for a dinner party. Healthy, flavorful, and bursting with vibrant ingredients, it's a celebration of fresh produce and gourmet simplicity.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 5 cups arugula
- 1 medium Honeycrisp apple
- 4 slices prosciutto
- 1 ounce Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup walnuts
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Rinse and pat dry the arugula, then place it in a large salad bowl.
2. Core and thinly slice the Honeycrisp apple. Add the slices to the salad bowl.
3. Tear the prosciutto into bite-sized pieces and add them to the bowl.
4. Using a vegetable peeler, shave the Parmesan cheese into thin ribbons and add them to the salad.
5. Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Remove from the pan and let them cool slightly before adding to the salad.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
7. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all of the ingredients evenly.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1522 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 137.2 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.7 g | 103% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 58.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 58 mg | 19% | |
| Sodium | 2240 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.4 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.6 g | ||
| Protein | 41.4 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 547 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1331 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
