Arugula Salad with Roasted Shallot-Orange Vinaigrette

Description
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Ingredients

 * Roasted Shallot-Orange Vinaigrette
 * 3 shallots, roasted (see Tip, below) and roughly chopped
 * 1 clove garlic, chopped
 * 2 Tbs. balsamic vinegar
 * Peel of 1 orange
 * 1/3 cup olive oil
 * 1 1/2 lbs. fresh arugula, washed and dried
 * 2 oranges, cut into segments
 * 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
 * Dressing
 * 1 small shallot, minced
 * 2 Tbs. white wine vinegar
 * 1/4 cup apricot all-fruit spread
 * 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
 * Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
 * 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
 * Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions
1. Make dressing: In medium bowl, combine shallots, garlic, vinegar and orange peel. Whisk to blend, then slowly add olive oil, whisking until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste and set aside.

2. Place arugula in serving bowl. Add dressing and toss to coat. Divide among serving plates and garnish with orange segments and red onion slices.