Warm Arugula Salad with Roasted Grapes and Goat Cheese
	
		Warm Arugula Salad with Roasted Grapes and Goat Cheese is a sophisticated yet simple salad that combines peppery arugula, sweet roasted grapes, tangy goat cheese, and crunchy walnuts with a warm balsamic vinaigrette.
	 
	
		
							- Author: Mariem
 
							- Prep Time: 10 minutes
 
							- Cook Time: 15 minutes
 
							- Total Time: 25 minutes
 
							- Yield: 2 servings 1x
 
							- Category: Salad
 
							- Method: Roasting
 
							- Cuisine: American
 
							- Diet: Vegetarian
 
					
	 
	
		
		
			
- 4 cups fresh arugula
 
- 1 cup red seedless grapes
 
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for roasting)
 
- 1/4 cup goat cheese, crumbled
 
- 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted
 
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
 
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for dressing)
 
- 1 teaspoon honey
 
- Salt and black pepper to taste
 
		 
	 
	
		
		
			
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper.
 
- Toss grapes with 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt. Roast for 15 minutes or until they start to burst and caramelize slightly.
 
- Meanwhile, toast walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes until fragrant. Set aside.
 
- In a small pan, whisk together balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and honey. Warm over low heat just until combined.
 
- Place arugula in a large bowl. Add warm roasted grapes, toasted walnuts, and crumbled goat cheese.
 
- Drizzle the warm vinaigrette over the salad. Toss gently to combine.
 
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
 
		 
	 
	
		Notes
		
			
- Use baby arugula for a more tender texture.
 
- Can substitute feta or blue cheese for goat cheese if preferred.
 
- Roasted grapes can be made ahead and reheated slightly before serving.
 
		 
	 
	
		Nutrition
		
							- Serving Size: 1 serving
 
							- Calories: 260
 
							- Sugar: 10g
 
							- Sodium: 210mg
 
							- Fat: 18g
 
							- Saturated Fat: 5g
 
							- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
 
							- Trans Fat: 0g
 
							- Carbohydrates: 16g
 
							- Fiber: 3g
 
							- Protein: 7g
 
							- Cholesterol: 15mg
 
					
	 
	
		Keywords: warm salad, arugula salad, roasted grapes, goat cheese, vegetarian salad