Paleo Arugula Salad with Tomatoes
Bright, fresh, and Paleo-friendly, this Arugula Salad with Tomatoes is a vibrant medley of nutrient-rich ingredients and zesty flavors. Packed with peppery arugula, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and thinly sliced red onion, this salad is as satisfying as it is beautiful. Tossed in a simple yet flavorful dressing of extra virgin olive oil, tangy lemon juice, and a hint of sea salt and black pepper, it’s the perfect complement to the crisp vegetables. Fresh basil leaves add an aromatic finishing touch, making this recipe a go-to for quick, healthy meal prep in just 15 minutes. Whether served as a light lunch or a side dish, this gluten-free, dairy-free, and Whole30-compliant salad is a must-try for those looking to embrace clean eating without sacrificing flavor.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups arugula
- 20 pieces cherry tomatoes
- 1 large avocado
- 0.25 medium red onion
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the arugula thoroughly, then place it in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Rinse the cherry tomatoes and slice them in half, adding them to the bowl with the arugula.
Step 3
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit and peel, then dice the flesh into bite-sized pieces. Add the avocado to the salad mixture.
Step 4
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad bowl.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper until well combined to make the dressing.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the bowl and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 7
Roughly chop the fresh basil leaves and sprinkle them over the top of the salad just before serving.
Step 8
Serve immediately to enjoy the freshness of the ingredients.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (735.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 784.7 |
| Total Fat 72.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.6g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1220.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 38.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.0g | |
| Protein 9.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 212.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2176.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories