Arugula Salad with Caramelized Dates & Orange

A vibrant blend of peppery arugula, juicy oranges, creamy feta, and crunchy toasted walnuts, finished with sweet caramelized Sagai dates.

Ingredients
Yield
  4 servings
Salad
Fresh arugula
2 bunches
Feta cheese
100g
Oranges
2 pieces
Sagai dates
4 pieces
Honey
1 tbsp
Dressing
Extra virgin olive oil
3 tbsp
Pomegranate molasses
⁠¼ cup
Lemon
1 piece
Salt
A pinch
Black pepper
A pinch
Sumac
A pinch
Preperation
Total Time 20 minutes
Step 1

In a skillet over medium heat, add the chopped dates and honey. Stir for about 2 minutes until the dates are lightly caramelized and glossy. Remove from the heat and let them cool completely.

Step 2

Peel the oranges, removing all the white pith and seeds. Cut the flesh into bite-sized cubes.

Step 3

Whisk together the olive oil, pomegranate molasses, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and sumac until well combined.

Step 4

Arrange the arugula on a serving platter. Top with the orange cubes, feta cheese, toasted walnuts, and the caramelized dates.

Step 5

Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and enjoy!

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