Thursday, July 25, 2013

Arugula Salad with Nectarines, Walnuts, Bacon and Gorgonzola



The sweet and savory flavor combinations of this salad make it delicious. The warm bacon vinaigrette puts it over the top!

serves 8 ( 2 points +)


  • 5 oz. arugula lettuce
  • 2 medium nectarines, sliced
  • 4 slices Oscar Mayer fully cooked bacon
  • 2 T. chopped walnuts
  • 1/4 c. gorgonzola cheese
  • 2 T. olive oil
  • 2 T. white wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp. honey
  • salt and pepper to taste


Place arugula on a large platter. Top with nectarines and sprinkle with walnuts and gorgonzola.

In a frying pan, cook bacon until crisp. Remove bacon and drain on paper towel. Crumble bacon over salad.


Scrape any bacon grease from pan ( there will be little) into a small bowl. Let cool slightly. Add olive oil, vinegar, honey salt and pepper. Whisk until smooth. Drizzle over salad.

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