Best Arugula Salad Recipe
A vibrant, peppery arugula salad with fresh veggies, feta, nuts, and a lemon vinaigrette, ideal for quick, healthy meals.
Ingredients
- For the Salad:
- 5 cups fresh arugula washed and dried
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ cup thinly sliced red onion
- ½ cup sliced cucumber
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup toasted walnuts or pecans
- 1 small pear or apple thinly sliced
- ¼ cup dried cranberries or pomegranate seeds optional
- For the Vinaigrette:
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 small clove of garlic minced
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Wash and dry arugula; slice tomatoes, onion, cucumber, and pear or apple; toast nuts.
- Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper for dressing.
- Combine arugula, tomatoes, onion, cucumber, pear, feta, nuts, and cranberries in a salad bowl.
- Drizzle with half the dressing, toss gently, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Dry arugula thoroughly to avoid a soggy salad.
- Store undressed ingredients separately for up to 3 days.
- Toast nuts for better flavor.
- Adjust dressing to taste for tanginess or sweetness.