Arugula, Grape, and Almond Salad with Saba Vinaigrette

Gluten Free
Health score
8%
Arugula, Grape, and Almond Salad with Saba Vinaigrette
45 min.
10
176kcal

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Elevate your dining experience with this vibrant Arugula, Grape, and Almond Salad with Saba Vinaigrette. Perfectly gluten-free and ready in just 45 minutes, this salad is a delightful addition to any meal, whether as a side dish, antipasti, or a refreshing starter. The combination of peppery arugula, sweet seedless grapes, and crunchy Marcona almonds creates a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds.

The star of this dish is the luscious saba vinaigrette, which brings a rich, sweet depth to the salad. With a hint of shallot and a splash of Sherry vinegar, this dressing is not only easy to prepare but can also be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Topped with shavings of Roncal, Manchego, or Pecorino cheese, this salad is a feast for the eyes and the palate.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking for a healthy snack, this salad is sure to impress. With only 176 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying a nutritious blend of protein, healthy fats, and fresh produce. Gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dish that will leave your guests raving!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon aged balsamic vinegar plus more for drizzling
  • 0.8 cup almonds salted coarsely chopped
  • cups arugula 
  • 10 servings pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.5 pound grapes red seedless
  • 0.3 teaspoon kosher salt plus more for seasoning
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.3 pound pecorino cheese shaved with a peeler
  • tablespoon shallots minced
  • tablespoon sherry vinegar ()

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Finely chop 7 grapes; transfer to a smallbowl.
  2. Cut remaining grapes in half; transferto another small bowl and set aside. Using afork, mash chopped grapes in bowl intoa purée. Stir in shallot, 1 tablespoon Sherryvinegar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt and let sit for5 minutes.
  3. Whisk in oil and 1 tablespoon saba.Season vinaigrette to taste with salt,pepper, and more Sherry vinegar, if desired.DO AHEAD: Vinaigrette and halved grapescan be prepared 8 hours ahead. Cover andchill vinaigrette and grapes separately.Bring vinaigrette to room temperature andrewhisk before continuing.
  4. Combine arugula and halved grapes ina large bowl; drizzle with vinaigrette andseason with salt and pepper. Toss salad tocoat. Arrange salad on chilled dinner plates,dividing evenly. Scatter cheese and almondsover.
  5. Drizzle salads with more saba.

Nutrition Facts

Calories176kcal
Protein14.19%
Fat68.52%
Carbs17.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.7
Glycemic Load
2.3
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
8.0300000439519%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.26mg
Catechin
0.14mg
Epigallocatechin
0.28mg
Epicatechin
0.06mg
Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.97mg
Kaempferol
5.62mg
Quercetin
1.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:176.03kcal
8.8%
Fat:13.95g
21.47%
Saturated Fat:3.12g
19.51%
Carbohydrates:7.93g
2.64%
Net Carbohydrates:6.07g
2.21%
Sugar:4.71g
5.23%
Cholesterol:11.79mg
3.93%
Sodium:199.83mg
8.69%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.5g
13%
Vitamin E:3.66mg
24.42%
Vitamin K:24.42µg
23.26%
Calcium:178.8mg
17.88%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.67%
Phosphorus:151.81mg
15.18%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.43%
Magnesium:43.35mg
10.84%
Vitamin A:442.4IU
8.85%
Copper:0.16mg
7.88%
Fiber:1.86g
7.43%
Potassium:197.84mg
5.65%
Folate:21.84µg
5.46%
Iron:0.87mg
4.84%
Zinc:0.73mg
4.84%
Vitamin C:3.21mg
3.89%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.31%
Selenium:2.17µg
3.1%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.96%
Vitamin B3:0.49mg
2.46%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.12%
Vitamin B5:0.18mg
1.84%
Source:Epicurious