Arugula Salad with Shaved Parmesan
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
2 servings
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Calories
203 kcal
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Course
Salad
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Arugula Salad with Shaved Parmesan
Description
In this Arugula Salad with Shaved Parmesan recipe, the preparation involves creating a lemon dressing that balances acidity from fresh lemon juice with a touch of honey for mild sweetness. Extra virgin olive oil provides a smooth base, while salt and freshly ground pepper season the dressing. Tossing the tender arugula with this dressing lightly coats the leaves without overwhelming their natural peppery flavor.
The shaved Parmesan adds a textural and flavor contrast; using a vegetable peeler to get long ribbons enhances the visual appeal and provides distinct bites of salty cheese throughout the salad. The simplicity of the ingredients keeps the salad light yet flavorful, ideal as a refreshing accompaniment to richer main dishes or a light lunch.
Ingredients
Lemon Dressing
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
- 1 teaspoon honey
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Salad
- 4 cups arugula
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese shaved
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and salt and pepper.
- Add the arugula to the bowl and toss. Top with the shaved Parmesan and more pepper taste. Makes 4 cups.
Notes
- Use a vegetable peeler to shave Parmesan cheese into long ribbons for better texture and presentation.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 203 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 203kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 784mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 148mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1057IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 203mg | 20% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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