Arugula Salad

Arugula Salad

from wellplated.com
Salad
10 min
6 servings
122 kcal / serving

Simple, perfect arugula salad with lemon balsamic dressing and Parmesan. Easy and flavorful! This healthy side goes with any meal and is ready in minutes.

Ingredients

  • 5 ouncesarugula  (about 5 cups)
  • ⅓ cuplarge parmesan cheese shavings
  • 3 tablespoonschopped sunflower seeds or chopped nuts of choice—toasted and chopped walnuts
  • 1 tablespoonchopped mild fresh herbs of choice (such as chives, parsley, or tarragon (optional))
  • 4 mediumcarrots
  • 1 pintcherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 2 tablespoonsfreshly squeezed lemon juice (about 1/2 medium lemon)
  • 1 tablespoonbalsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil
  • ½ teaspoonkosher salt

Directions

  1. 1

    Place the arugula and any optional veggies in a large bowl.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together the dressing ingredients: lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and salt. (Alternatively, you can shake them all together in a mason jar with a tight-fitting lid).

  3. 3

    Drizzle enough over the arugula to moisten it, then toss to combine.

  4. 4

    Sprinkle Parmesan and any desired nuts or herbs over the top. Serve immediately with a drizzle of extra dressing as desired.