Persimmon and Arugula Salad with Candied Pecans
Main ingredient
Persimmon
Total time

Ingredients
1-2 ripe Fuyu persimmons, thinly sliced
4 cups fresh arugula
1/2 cup pecans
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
Pinch of salt
Pinch of black pepper
Preparation steps
Step 1
Prepare Candied Pecans: In a small non-stick pan over medium heat, add the pecans and honey. Stir continuously for 2-3 minutes until the honey coats the pecans and they become slightly caramelized. Spread them out on parchment paper to cool and harden, then roughly chop if desired.
Step 2
Prepare Persimmon: Wash and thinly slice the persimmons. For Fuyu persimmons, you can eat the skin, but you may peel them if preferred.
Step 3
Dress Arugula: In a large bowl, combine the arugula, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss gently until the arugula is lightly coated.
Step 4
Assemble Salad: Arrange the dressed arugula on a serving plate or in a bowl. Artfully place the sliced persimmons over the arugula. Sprinkle the candied pecans evenly over the salad.
Step 5
Finish: Drizzle with balsamic glaze just before serving.