Low Fat Fresh Rukola Salad
Brighten up your menu with this zesty and nutrient-packed Low Fat Fresh Rukola Salad, a perfect choice for a light and healthy meal. This vibrant salad combines peppery fresh arugula (rukola), juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and tangy red onion, all brought together with a refreshing homemade lemon vinaigrette sweetened with a hint of honey. Packed with vitamins and low in fat, this 15-minute recipe is a quick, no-cook solution for busy weeknights or a flavorful side dish for your favorite mains. Whether you're looking to elevate your lunch or impress at dinner, this simple yet elegant salad is a delicious and nutritious way to enjoy fresh, wholesome ingredients.
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Ingredients
- 100 grams fresh rukola (arugula)
- 200 grams cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.5 small red onion
- 1 medium lemon
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
1. Rinse the rukola thoroughly under cold water and dry it using a salad spinner or pat with paper towels. Place it in a large salad bowl.
Step 2
2. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl with the rukola.
Step 3
3. Peel the cucumber, slice it lengthwise in half, remove the seeds using a spoon, and then slice it into half-moon shapes. Add these to the salad bowl.
Step 4
4. Slice the red onion thinly. You can soak the slices in cold water for a few minutes to make them less pungent, if desired. Drain and add to the bowl.
Step 5
5. To make the dressing, juice the lemon into a small bowl, removing any seeds. Whisk in the extra virgin olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Step 6
6. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the bowl. Toss gently until everything is coated with the dressing.
Step 7
7. Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed.
Step 8
8. Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, zesty flavors.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (637.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 272.8 |
| Total Fat 15.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 636.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 35.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.2g | |
| Protein 7.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 246.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1308.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories