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Arugula Salad

Zesty Arugula Salad with Olive Oil and Lemon Delight

This quick and easy Arugula Salad is a refreshing blend of peppery greens and zesty dressing, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Provides healthy fats and flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed enhances flavor.
  • 1 pinch kosher salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 few cracks freshly ground black pepper Adjust to taste.
Salad
  • 4 cups arugula Base of the salad.
  • 1 cup shaved Parmesan Adds creaminess and umami.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Salad tongs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of olive oil and juice of 1 fresh lemon until fully combined.
  2. Drizzle a small amount of dressing into a large salad bowl to coat the bottom.
  3. Gently add 4 cups of fresh arugula into the bowl with the dressing and toss until coated.
  4. Taste a leaf to adjust dressing, salt, or pepper as necessary.
  5. Top the salad with a generous handful of shaved Parmesan.
  6. Transfer the finished salad to a serving dish and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Toss gently to avoid crushing the arugula. Dress right before serving for best freshness.

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