Arugula, Golden Cherries, Marcona Almonds and Parmigiano-Reggiano

By BobD

Though inspired by golden cherries from the farmers' market, this pretty salad can be made with any sort of fresh or frozen cherry. Marcona almonds hail from Spain; their toasty, slightly sweet and salty flavor is a great match for the fruit. Toasted whole almonds and a few extra pinches of sea salt can be substituted.

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound fresh cherries, pitted, or 2 cups frozen pitted cherries, thawed and drained
• 1/2 pound baby or wild arugula
• 2 ounces Parmigiano-Reggiano or Grana Padano cheese, thinly shaved (3/4 cup)
• 1/2 cup Marcona almonds, coarsely chopped
• 3 tablespoons very good extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
• Flaky coarse sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from epicurious.com

Preparation

Step 1

Cut the cherries in half lengthwise and place in a large serving bowl. Add the
arugula, cheese and almonds. Drizzle with the oil and vinegar, crush a few
generous pinches of salt over the top and season generously with pepper.
Toss to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning, if necessary.