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Arugula Salad with Lime Maple Vinaigrette

Servings: 4 servings
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes

Ingredients 

Salad

  • 250 g arugula and spinach mix
  • 4 cubs corn
  • 4 cucumber, sliced
  • 2 peaches, halved
  • 2 avocado, sliced
  • 200 g halloumi cheese, sliced
  • 1 cup mixed berries, blackberries and blueberries

Candied Pecans

  • 1 cup pecans
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp fennel seeds
  • pinch chilli flakes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Lime Vinaigrette

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard
  • 2 lime, juiced
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Prepare the Candied Pecans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix the pecans with maple syrup, fennel seeds, chili flakes and olive oil. Spread the pecans on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are glossy and fragrant. Let them cool.
  • Grill the Fruits and Halloumi (Optional): Heat a grill to medium-high. Grill the corn until charred on all sides, about 10-12 minutes. Once cooled, slice the kernels off the cob. Lightly grill the halloumi slices until grill marks appear, about 2-3 minutes per side. Lightly grill the peaches for about 1-2 minutes, until they are slightly charred..
  • Make the Vinaigrette: In a small jar, combine olive oil, honey, apple cider vinegar, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper. Shake well until emulsified.
  • Assemble the Salad: In a large salad bowl, toss the arugula and spinach mix with cucumber slices. Add the grilled corn kernels, avocado slices, grilled halloumi, and grilled fruits. Drizzle the lime maple vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine. Top with candied pecans.

Notes

Serving Suggestions:
Serve this vibrant salad as a standalone meal or alongside your favourite grilled meats at a summer barbecue. It pairs wonderfully with grilled chicken or fish.
Tips
• For an extra touch, you can add fresh herbs like mint or basil to the salad.
• Adjust the vinaigrette's sweetness or acidity according to your taste by altering the honey and lime juice ratios.