Fuyu Persimmon Salad with Arugula & Pomegranate

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
7%
Fuyu Persimmon Salad with Arugula & Pomegranate
15 min.
6
167kcal

Suggestions


Elevate your dining experience with this vibrant and refreshing Fuyu Persimmon Salad with Arugula & Pomegranate, a dish that beautifully blends seasonal flavors and textures. Perfect for any occasion, whether as a light side dish, an elegant antipasto, or a colorful starter at your next gathering, this salad is sure to impress your guests. The sweet, honey-like flavor of ripe Fuyu persimmons pairs harmoniously with the peppery undertone of fresh arugula, creating a delightful contrast that dances on your palate.

But the magic doesn’t stop there! The addition of juicy pomegranate seeds brings a burst of color and sweetness, enhancing the salad's visual appeal and taste. Drizzled with a simple yet flavorful vinaigrette made from aged balsamic and coconut vinegar, this dish is not only delicious but also caters to a variety of dietary needs—it's vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free! With just 15 minutes of prep time, this salad is a quick yet impressive option for any meal or casual snack. Let this Fuyu Persimmon Salad be the star of your table, showcasing the beauty and bounty of seasonal ingredients!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon aged balsamic vinegar 
  • cup arugula 
  • tablespoon coconut vinegar white (you may substitute any vinegar)
  •  fuyu persimmons 
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  • pinch freshly cracked pepper black
  • 0.5 cup pomegranate seeds 
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • mandoline
  • peeler

Directions

  1. Cut the top off the persimmons, then using a vegetable peeler, peel the skin off too. This is optional as the skin is edible. Use a mandoline to carefully slice crosswise paper-thin slices, exposing the starburst in the center of each slice.In a small bowl whisk together the oil with the vinegars, salt and pepper.In a large salad bowl toss the arugula and the pommegrantae seeds with the vinaigrette to coat. Divide the salad among six plates and top each with slices of persimmon.

Nutrition Facts

Calories167kcal
Protein2.14%
Fat47.94%
Carbs49.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.5
Glycemic Load
11.02
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
5.2004348966091%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.05mg
Epigallocatechin
0.02mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.43mg
Kaempferol
3.49mg
Quercetin
0.79mg
Gallocatechin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:166.91kcal
8.35%
Fat:9.45g
14.54%
Saturated Fat:1.27g
7.92%
Carbohydrates:22.15g
7.38%
Net Carbohydrates:21.43g
7.79%
Sugar:2.48g
2.75%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:198.26mg
8.62%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.95g
1.9%
Vitamin C:39.85mg
48.31%
Vitamin K:18.59µg
17.7%
Vitamin E:1.42mg
9.47%
Iron:1.66mg
9.22%
Potassium:246.09mg
7.03%
Vitamin A:237.39IU
4.75%
Folate:14.9µg
3.72%
Calcium:33.49mg
3.35%
Fiber:0.71g
2.84%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.72%
Phosphorus:25.21mg
2.52%
Magnesium:6.69mg
1.67%
Copper:0.03mg
1.51%
Source:SippitySup