Recipe of the Week–Arugula and Orange Salad with Dates and Maple Dressing

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Ingredients:

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there times;”>1 small shallot, peeled and roughly chopped

1/4 cup maple syrup

1 orange, zest and juice

1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

A pinch cinnamon 3/4 cup olive oil

salt and black pepper

For the salad:

1 lb. baby arugula leaves

6 oranges, cut into segments

1 cup dates, chopped

3 oz. manchego cheese, shaved

Directions:

In a blender, combine the shallot, maple syrup, orange zest and juice, vinegar, cinnamon and olive oil. Blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

In a large bowl, toss together the arugula and citrus segments and dates. Dress with the vinaigrette, to taste. Top with shaved manchego. 

Makes 6 servings

Rachel Janowicz, Sherman Oaks

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