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Arugula Salad

Vibrant Arugula Salad with Zesty Lemon Dressing Delight

Enjoy a refreshing Arugula Salad with zesty lemon dressing, ready in just five minutes, perfect as a side or a main dish.
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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
  

For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed is preferred
  • 1 pinch kosher salt Can substitute with sea salt or table salt
  • 1 to taste freshly ground black pepper Adjust according to taste
For the Salad
  • 4 cups fresh arugula Can replace with baby spinach
  • 1 cup shaved Parmesan Substitute with Pecorino Romano or use nutritional yeast for dairy-free

Equipment

  • large salad bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice. Add salt and pepper, adjusting to taste.
  2. Pour a small amount of dressing into a large salad bowl to coat the bottom.
  3. Add the fresh arugula to the bowl and gently toss until evenly coated with dressing.
  4. Taste the arugula and adjust seasoning with more dressing, salt, or pepper as needed.
  5. Sprinkle shaved Parmesan over the top just before serving.
  6. Serve immediately for the best flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Dress just before serving for optimal freshness. Store un-dressed arugula in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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