baby arugula salad

December 5, 2013 • Nancy Wolfson-Moche

This rich winter salad brightened up a damp, foggy morning. The greens are lightly bitter; the walnuts add protein (substance), and the pomegranate seeds, a juicy crispness. 

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serves 2

INgredients

2 cups baby arugula

½ cup pomegranate seeds (about half of a pomegranate)

½ cup walnuts

pinch of sea salt

1 lemon

2 Tablespoons EVOO (Extra Virgin Olive Oil)

Process

Wash the arugula well.

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Dry it and set aside.  Remove the seeds from the inside of the pomegranate, cutting it in sixths and separating the seeds from the pith.

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Heat a small skillet for about 30 seconds. Add the walnuts and dry roast them, turning the nuts so they are exposed to the heat on all sides. This should take about 2-3 minutes. Assemble the salad: place the arugula in each individual bowl; sprinkle sea salt on top; add the walnuts

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and then the pomegranate seeds. Squeeze the lemon and pour it over the salad; add the olive oil and mix all ingredients well.

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©Nancy Wolfson-Moche 2013

Icing on the Cake: Testimonials

I’m very impressed by all the elements you are able to pack into the lesson without it seeming at all overwhelming: the review, the actual cooking skills, the creativity of coming up with their own dishes, the chance to present their creations, the opportunity to learn about and share thoughts on something else (in last week’s case, the feelings represented in the book), the execution of their  jobs, the responsibility for one’s station/implements and the overall following of directions…..all without losing the fun quotient. No wonder the kids love coming!  You’ve really created something special so kudos to you!

- T.