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Simple Everyday Arugula Salad
5 from 18 votes

Simple Everyday Arugula Salad

The Simple Everyday Arugula Salad features fresh arugula leaves dressed with extra-virgin olive oil and white wine vinegar, combined with thinly sliced red onions, kalamata olives, and shaved Parmesan cheese. This salad balances peppery, salty, tangy, and savory flavors with a light, fresh texture, making it an easy side or base for added proteins.

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 143 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 5 ounces arugula leaves
  • ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup kalamata olives pitted
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin
  • ½ tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt Diamond Crystal brand
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • ⅓ cup Parmesan Cheese shaved (1 ounce)

Instructions

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  1. Arrange the arugula, red onions, and olives in a serving bowl or platter.
  2. Briefly mix the oil and vinegar.
  3. Drizzle them over the vegetables.
  4. Sprinkle the salad with kosher salt and black pepper.
  5. Top the salad with shaved parmesan cheese.
  6. Serve the pretty salad, and only then toss it at the table and divide it into individual plates.

Notes

  • Add grilled chicken or shrimp to turn the salad into a main dish.
  • Optional: include cherry tomatoes for color and mild sweetness.
  • Assemble salad ahead but add dressing just before serving to preserve crispness.
  • Serve the salad attractively arranged and toss it at the table for best presentation.
  • Leftovers should be avoided once dressed, as greens will wilt.

Nutrition Information

Serving 0.25recipe Calories 143kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Sodium 251mg (10%) Fiber 1g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 143

% Daily Value*

Serving 0.25recipe
Calories 143kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 251mg 10%
Fiber 1g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.