Everything Bagel Salad

• 1/3 cup Lemon Basil Pesto or Costco Pesto
• 1 T white wine vinegar
• juice of 1 lemon
• 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 T extra virgin olive oil

Croutons:

• 2-3 slices of sourdough bread, cut into cubes
• 1 tsp everything bagel spice (Costco sells a great one)
• 2 T extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4-1/2 tsp salt

Salad:

• 1 15-oz can of cannellini beans, drained & rinsed
• 6 cups baby arugula (or a mix or arugula and spinach)
• 1/4 cup freshly shaved parmesan or pecorino cheese (optional)
• 1 T everything bagel spice

Directions:

1. Dressing:
   Toss together the pesto, 1 T of olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes.
2. Croutons:
   Heat 2 T of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add in the sourdough cubes, everything bagel spice, and salt. Cook until lightly toasted. Set aside.
3. Salad:
   Add and toss the beans and dressing in a medium bowl. Add the arugula, parmesan / pecorino, and everything bagel spice. Toss to combine.
4. Serve:
   Divide the salad into 4 bowls and top with the croutons. Serve immediately.