Whole30 Fresh Rukola Salad

Bright, crisp, and utterly refreshing, this Whole30 Fresh Rukola Salad is a nutrient-packed delight that’s perfect for clean eating and flavor lovers alike. Featuring peppery arugula (rukola) as the star ingredient, this salad is elevated with juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, creamy avocado, and thinly sliced red onion for a medley of textures and tastes. A zesty lemon and extra virgin olive oil dressing ties it all together, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a vibrant herbal finish. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this light and wholesome salad is an ideal choice for quick lunches, side dishes, or a guilt-free appetizer. Perfectly Whole30-compliant, gluten-free, and bursting with fresh produce, it’s a must-try for healthy living enthusiasts!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Fresh arugula (rukola)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.25 medium Red onion
• 1 large Avocado
• 1 large Lemon
• 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Start by washing and drying the arugula. Place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Rinse the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half. Add them to the salad bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber; then slice it into thin rounds or half moons as preferred. Add to the bowl.

Step 4

Finely slice the red onion and add it to the salad, adjusting the quantity to taste if you prefer less onion.

Step 5

Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh, and slice it. Add to the salad.

Step 6

Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle over the salad.

Step 7

To make the dressing, juice the lemon into a small mixing bowl, making sure to remove any seeds.

Step 8

Add the extra virgin olive oil to the lemon juice, along with the salt and black pepper.

Step 9

Whisk the dressing until well combined.

Step 10

Pour the lemon dressing over the salad and gently toss all the ingredients until thoroughly coated.

Step 11

Serve immediately, or let sit at room temperature for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(829.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	921.4

Total Fat 87.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1243.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.8g	0%
Total Sugars 14.0g
Protein 10.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 283.5mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 2225.1mg	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: 78.0%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 17.7%