Arugula Pineapple Salad

Ingredients

• 4 cups washed arugula
• 1 whole peeled and cored fresh pineapple
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/3 cup pine nuts, lightly toasted
• 3 ounces piave cheese or parmesan cheese, shaved
• salt and pepper

For the dressing

• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1-2 tablespoon water (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   Whisk together dressing ingredients, adding olive oil slowly while you whisk, until it emulsifies.Add water to thin dressing if it seems thick.

2. 2

   Peel and core pineapple, then slice extremely thin using a mandolin or food processor fitted with a slicing blade.

3. 3

   Place arugula on plates, and top with thinly sliced pineapple and sliced red onion.

4. 4

   Sprinkle with toasted pine nuts and shaved cheese.

5. 5

   Season lightly with salt and pepper, then drizzle with dressing.