Arugula Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
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Arugula Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Description
This salad features tender baby arugula leaves with juicy cherry tomatoes. The lemon vinaigrette is prepared by whisking freshly squeezed lemon juice with Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper, then slowly emulsifying with extra virgin olive oil. This dressing imparts bright acidity and garlic notes to the greens.
Grated Parmesan cheese adds a savory, nutty finish, enhancing the overall flavor while providing a creamy texture contrast. The salad is quickly tossed to evenly distribute the dressing and seasoning.
The salad can be prepared ahead by washing and assembling greens and tomatoes in advance. Add the vinaigrette and cheese just before serving to maintain crispness. Optional toppings like toasted pine nuts and lemon zest can enhance flavor and texture further.
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 5 ounces arugula baby
- 1 cup cherry tomato halved
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
For the lemon vinaigrette dressing
- 2 lemon juiced (about 1/4 cup juice, plural
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
To make lemon vinaigrette
- Whisk together all ingredients except the olive oil.
- When blended, slowly add in the olive oil - whisking fast so it emulsifies.
For the Salad
- Add the washed arugula to a bowl, and top with cherry tomatoes
- Pour dressing over salad and mix well to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper and grate parmesan over the top.
- Devour
Notes
- This salad can be made ahead; add dressing and Parmesan just before serving to keep greens crisp.
- If fresh lemon juice is unavailable, apple cider or balsamic vinegar can substitute in the vinaigrette.
- Toasted pine nuts added with Parmesan can elevate texture and flavor.
- Add a pinch of lemon zest to the dressing for a stronger lemon flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 298 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 298kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 421mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 286mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1072IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 43mg | 48% |
| Calcium | 152mg | 15% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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