Low Carb Arugula Salad with Tomatoes
Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Low Carb Arugula Salad with Tomatoes is the perfect balance of simplicity and sophistication. Featuring peppery arugula, sweet cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and a hint of tangy red onion, this salad is taken to the next level with aromatic fresh basil and a perfectly whisked vinaigrette of extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s a quick and healthy option for lunch, dinner, or as a vibrant side dish. Packed with nutrients and keto-friendly, this gluten-free salad is a breeze to prepare and a delight to serve. Perfect for clean eating enthusiasts, it’s a versatile recipe you'll revisit time and time again.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh arugula
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Start by washing the arugula thoroughly under cold running water. Run it through a salad spinner or pat dry with paper towels to remove excess water. Place it in a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Take 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, rinse them, and cut each tomato in half for texture and juiciness. Add them to the salad bowl with the arugula.
Step 3
Finely slice 0.25 cup of red onion to add a sharp and tangy flavor to the salad. Add the sliced onions to the bowl.
Step 4
Peel and dice one medium cucumber into small cubes. Adding cucumber will give a refreshing crunch. Add it to the mixing bowl.
Step 5
Chop fresh basil leaves to make about 0.25 cup and sprinkle them over the salad for a fragrant and herbal touch.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper until the dressing is emulsified.
Step 7
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together, ensuring all ingredients are lightly coated with the dressing.
Step 8
Serve immediately, garnishing with extra basil leaves if desired, and enjoy your healthy and delicious low-carb arugula salad with tomatoes!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (557.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 475.0 |
| Total Fat 43.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1225.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 23.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.4g | |
| Protein 6.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 235.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1133.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories