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Arugula, Golden Cherries, Marcona Almonds and Parmigiano-Reggiano
(recipe, Mindy Fox)
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Introduction
Though inspired by golden cherries from the farmers' market, this pretty salad can be made with any sort of fresh or frozen cherry. Marcona almonds hail from Spain; their toasty, slightly sweet and salty flavor is a great match to the fruit. Toasted whole almonds and a few pinches of sea salt can be substituted.
Ingredients
- ½ lb. fresh cherries, pitted, or 2 cups frozen pitted cherries, thawed and drained
- ½ lb. baby or wild arugula
- 2 oz. Parmigiano-Reggiano or Gran Padano cheese, thinly shaved (¾ cup)
- ½ cup Marcona almonds, coarsely chopped
- 3 Tbsp. very good extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 Tbsp. white-wine vinegar
- Flaky coarse sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Steps
- Cut the cherries in half lengthwise and place in a large serving bowl. Add the arugula, cheese, and almonds. Drizzle with oil and vinegar, crush a few generous pinches of salt over the top, and season generously with pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning, if necessary.