Mediterranean Diet Arugula Salad with Parmesan
Bright, fresh, and irresistibly flavorful, this Mediterranean Diet Arugula Salad with Parmesan is the perfect celebration of simple, wholesome ingredients. Packed with peppery arugula, juicy cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, and the nutty crunch of toasted pine nuts, this salad is elevated by a zingy homemade dressing made from extra virgin olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Shavings of Parmesan add a rich, savory contrast to the crisp greens, creating a balanced dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy salad is perfect as a light lunch, a dinner side, or a starter for a Mediterranean-inspired feast. Give your mealtime a refreshing upgrade with this vibrant, heart-healthy salad!
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Ingredients
- 5 cups arugula
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 red onion
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, shaved or grated
- 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 cup pine nuts
Directions
Step 1
Start by washing the arugula thoroughly under cold running water. Drain well and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or use a salad spinner to remove excess moisture.
Step 2
Halve the cherry tomatoes and finely slice the red onion. Set these aside in a large salad bowl.
Step 3
Add the arugula to the bowl with the cherry tomatoes and red onion.
Step 4
In a small dry skillet, toast the pine nuts over medium heat, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and let them cool.
Step 5
Shave or grate the Parmesan cheese until you have about half a cup. Add to the salad bowl.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
Step 7
Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients in the bowl. Toss gently to ensure the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.
Step 8
Scatter the toasted pine nuts over the salad as a last touch. Serve immediately for maximum freshness and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (575.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1299.5 |
| Total Fat 113.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 31.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 11.5g | |
| Cholesterol 95.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3029.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 26.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.4g | |
| Protein 54.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 47.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1516.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1197.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories