Print

Fresh Lemon Vinaigrette Arugula Salad

fresh lemon vinaigrette arugula salad - featured image
Print Recipe

A quick and easy arugula salad with a bright lemon vinaigrette and shaved Parmesan, perfect as a healthy side dish or light meal.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 5 ounces fresh arugula (about 140 grams), washed and dried
  • 1/3 cup shaved Parmesan cheese (about 30 grams)
  • Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tablespoons / 45 ml)
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (60 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 small garlic clove, finely minced or grated (optional)
  • Salt to taste (start with 1/4 teaspoon)
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the arugula thoroughly using a salad spinner to remove all moisture (about 5 minutes).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, and minced garlic if using until emulsified and smooth (1-2 minutes). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Shave Parmesan cheese into thin ribbons using a vegetable peeler or mandoline and set aside.
  4. Place dried arugula in a large salad bowl. Drizzle about three-quarters of the vinaigrette over the greens and toss gently to coat evenly (about 2 minutes). Add more dressing if desired.
  5. Transfer the dressed arugula to serving plates or a platter. Scatter shaved Parmesan on top and drizzle remaining dressing over the cheese if desired. Finish with a sprinkle of freshly cracked black pepper.

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. Dry arugula thoroughly to prevent soggy salad. Vinaigrette can be made ahead and stored up to 3 days in the fridge; whisk before use. For vegan version, substitute Parmesan with vegan cheese or nuts and honey with maple syrup. Add lemon zest for extra brightness. Toss salad just before serving to keep greens crisp.

Nutrition

Keywords: arugula salad, lemon vinaigrette, healthy salad, easy side dish, Parmesan salad, quick salad, fresh salad

Find it online: https://merrymorsel.com/fresh-lemon-vinaigrette-arugula-salad-recipe-easy-healthy-side-dish/