Whole30 Spinach and Arugula Salad

Brighten up your meal plan with this Whole30 Spinach and Arugula Salad, a refreshing and nutrient-packed dish that’s both satisfying and compliant with your Whole30 goals. Layered with crisp spinach and peppery arugula, this salad is loaded with hydrating cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and tangy slices of red onion. The zesty homemade dressing—a blend of extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and Dijon mustard—takes mere minutes to whip up and perfectly complements the vibrant veggies. For added crunch and optional indulgence, sprinkle a handful of toasted almonds on top. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook, gluten-free, and dairy-free salad is a simple yet flavorful way to elevate your lunch or dinner table while staying health-conscious.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Spinach
• 4 cups Arugula
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 0.25 medium Red onion
• 1 large Avocado
• 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (Whole30-compliant)
• 1 clove Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.25 cups Toasted almonds (unsweetened, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and thoroughly dry the spinach and arugula. Place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons, depending on your preference, and add them to the bowl.

Step 3

Halve the cherry tomatoes and finely slice the red onion. Add both to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Cut the avocado into cubes and add it to the salad just before serving to prevent browning.

Step 5

Prepare the dressing: In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a clove of garlic (finely minced or grated). Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything until evenly coated.

Step 7

If using, sprinkle the toasted almonds over the top for added crunch and flavor.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy a Whole30-compliant, vibrant salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(946.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	992.8

Total Fat 87.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1467.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.9g	0%
Total Sugars 15.8g
Protein 19.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 374.3mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 2973.4mg	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: 73.7%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 19.2%