Rugula

Brighten up your table with this simple yet sophisticated Rugula salad recipe, a vibrant blend of peppery arugula, zesty lemon vinaigrette, and savory Parmesan cheese. Perfect as a light starter or a refreshing side dish, this salad comes together in just 15 minutes and is elevated by the crunch of toasted pine nuts and a hint of sweetness from honey. The homemade dressing, made with extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of garlic, perfectly complements the fresh greens while providing a bold, tangy kick. Ideal for quick weeknight meals or elegant dinner parties, this no-cook recipe is a celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients. Serve it immediately for the ultimate in flavor and texture! Keywords: arugula salad, lemon parmesan dressing, fresh and vibrant salad recipe, quick and easy side dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

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Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

4 cups arugula
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 ounce parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon honey
1 clove garlic
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the arugula thoroughly, then place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well emulsified.

Step 3

Using a fine grater, shred the parmesan cheese to create delicate, light flakes.

Step 4

Drizzle the lemon parmesan dressing over the arugula in the salad bowl and toss gently to coat the greens evenly.

Step 5

Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese and toasted pine nuts over the top for added flavor and texture.

Step 6

Serve immediately as a fresh and vibrant salad.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(212.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	632.8

Total Fat 61.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 25.2mg	0%
Sodium 1385.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 15.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g	0%
Total Sugars 8.8g
Protein 13.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 392.3mg	0%
Iron 2.3mg	0%
Potassium 444.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 82.8%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 9.0%