Arugula Salad
Arugula salad is a light, peppery, and nutrient-rich dish that pairs fresh arugula with a simple vinaigrette and optional toppings like cheese, nuts, or fruit. It’s a versatile and elegant addition to any meal, ready in just minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh arugula (baby or mature leaves)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice or balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
- Optional: 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Optional: 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- Optional: 1/4 cup toasted nuts (e.g., walnuts or pecans)
- Optional: 1/2 avocado, sliced
- Optional: 1/2 pear or apple, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Place the arugula in a large salad bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice or balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the arugula just before serving.
- Toss gently to coat the leaves evenly.
- Top with optional ingredients such as Parmesan, tomatoes, red onion, nuts, avocado, or fruit.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
Use baby arugula for a milder, more tender salad.Dress the salad just before serving to prevent wilting.Try a honey-mustard vinaigrette for a sweet and tangy variation.Mix arugula with spinach or spring greens for a more balanced flavor.Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for a more filling salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (without optional toppings)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://cookibly.com/arugula-salad/
