Dairy-Free Arugula and Parmesan Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
Brighten up your table with this Dairy-Free Arugula and Parmesan Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette—a zesty, elegant dish that’s perfect as a refreshing side or a light main course. This quick and easy salad pairs peppery arugula with the nuttiness of toasted sliced almonds and the savory flavor of vegan Parmesan cheese, making it completely dairy-free yet rich in taste. A homemade lemon vinaigrette, infused with sunny lemon zest, Dijon mustard, and a hint of garlic, ties it all together with vibrant, tangy notes. Ready in just 15 minutes, this salad is a wholesome, plant-based option packed with flavor and texture, ideal for both busy weeknights and special occasions.
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Ingredients
- 5 cups Arugula
- 0.5 cup Vegan Parmesan Cheese
- 0.25 cup Sliced Almonds
- 1 large Lemon
- 0.25 cup Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
Directions
Step 1
Rinse and dry the arugula thoroughly, then place it into a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
Step 3
Grate the zest of the lemon and set aside. Then, cut the lemon in half and juice it, ensuring you have about 3 tablespoons of lemon juice.
Step 4
In a small bowl or a jar with a lid, add the lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic clove, salt, and black pepper.
Step 5
Whisk or shake the vinaigrette mixture vigorously until it's well combined and emulsified.
Step 6
Pour the lemon vinaigrette over the arugula in the salad bowl. Toss gently to coat the leaves evenly.
Step 7
Add the vegan parmesan cheese and toasted almonds to the salad. Toss again lightly.
Step 8
Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or light main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (390.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1215.3 |
| Total Fat 113.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2088.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 30.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.0g | |
| Protein 23.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 373.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 958.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories