Arugula Salad
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5
Arugula Salad
Description
This Arugula Salad starts with fresh arugula leaves as the peppery base, complemented by halved cherry tomatoes and tender cannellini beans for creaminess. Thinly sliced red onion adds a mild sharpness, while shaved Parmesan cheese introduces a salty, nutty element. Toasted pine nuts contribute crunch and a subtle earthy flavor. The dressing is a simple blend of olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper, which adds acidity and depth. Tossing the salad with the dressing evenly coats the ingredients, and chopped parsley adds a final fresh note.
The salad delivers a mix of textures and bright, balanced tastes suitable for pairing with grilled meats, seafood, or as a stand-alone light meal. Its components provide a variety of flavors and a pleasing combination of crisp, creamy, and crunchy elements.
Ingredients
For the salad
- 4 cups arugula
- 1 cup cherry tomato halved
- 1 cup cannellini beans rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese shaved
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts toasted
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped
For the dressing
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place the arugula, cherry tomatoes, beans, onion, parmesan cheese and pine nuts in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 256 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 256kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 321mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 210mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 755IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 15.1mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 211mg | 21% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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