SALADS:
Arugula Salad with Olives, Pancetta &
Parmesan Shavings

 

Arugula Salad with Olives, Pancetta and Parmesan Shavings

 

A nice salad for two...
 

6 thin 

 

slices pancetta (Italian bacon)- about 1/3 of a 3 ounce package

 

1 Tbs 

 

fresh lemon juice

 

4 cups 

 

(loosely packed) arugula

 

1/3 cup 

 

Kalamata olives, pitted, halved

 

 

 

Parmesan cheese shavings

 

 

1

Arrange pancetta in single layer in medium nonstick skillet. Cook over medium heat until browned and crisp (do not turn), about 8 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain.

2

Whisk oil and lemon juice in small bowl. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Place arugula and olives in medium bowl; toss with dressing. Divide salad between two plates. Top with pancetta and Parmesan shavings.

 

Servings: 2

 

 Cooking Tips

*Pancetta can usually be found in your grocery store's deli section.

 

 Recipe Source

Bon Appetit




 


 
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