Quince Manchego and Arugula Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Quince Manchego and Arugula Salad, a sophisticated yet simple dish that pairs the sweetness of quince paste with the nutty, buttery flavor of Manchego cheese. Tossed with peppery arugula, crunchy toasted almonds, and a zesty citrus vinaigrette made with fresh orange and lemon juice, this salad is a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s perfect as a refreshing appetizer or a light main course. The combination of unique ingredients makes this dish a standout option for gourmet salad lovers, while its balance of textures elevates it to a dinner party favorite. Serve it immediately for the best flavor and freshness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Arugula
- 4 ounces Quince paste
- 3 ounces Manchego cheese
- 1 quarter cup Toasted almonds
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the arugula thoroughly. Place it in a large salad bowl.
Cut the quince paste into small cubes, about 1/4-inch pieces, and set them aside.
Shave the Manchego cheese into thin strips using a vegetable peeler or cheese slicer.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh orange juice, fresh lemon juice, honey, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to create the citrus vinaigrette.
Drizzle the citrus vinaigrette over the arugula and toss gently to coat the leaves evenly.
Add the quince paste cubes, shaved Manchego cheese, and toasted almonds to the salad bowl.
Gently toss the salad one more time to distribute the ingredients evenly. Be careful not to mash the quince paste or break the cheese strips.
Serve immediately, dividing the salad onto individual plates or serving it family-style from the bowl.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1208 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.6 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.9 g | 130% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 91 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 1743 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.2 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.6 g | ||
| Protein | 28.1 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 702 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 309 mg | 7% | |
*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.
