Arugula Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

In the mood for something fresh and simple? If you’re a salad lover, try this Arugula Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette. It’s elegant in style, delicious in flavor, and super healthy! Put this salad together in under five minutes and feel great about what you’re eating.

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Ingredients

• Arugula lettuce
• Parmesan
• Lemon
• Extra virgin olive oil
• White wine vinegar
• Pepper

Note: Refer to the recipe card below for exact quantities.

SUBSTITUTIONS

• Parmesan - Freshly grated parmesan cheese can be substituted for shaved parmesan. Use authentic Parmigiano Reggiano for ultimate flavor and try to avoid the pre-shredded varieties.

VARIATIONS

• Add flavor - Take this salad to the next level by adding some toasted pine nuts or prosciutto.

EQUIPMENT

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• Salad bowl
• Salad tongs
• Colander
• Oil and vinegar dispensers
• Potato peeler

STORAGE

Store salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator without dressing. If the salad is moist from being washed, place a paper towel on top of it to draw out the moisture.

Top Tips

Buy pre-washed and ready-to-eat lettuce to save time.

Only use freshly squeezed lemon in this recipe.

MORE RECIPES

Have leftover ingredients?

• Use leftover dressing as a marinade for chicken or brush it on top of broiled fish.
• Extra lemons can be used to make this creamy lemon parmesan risotto.
• Shaved parmesan can be added to many soup and pasta dishes. I also like it as a topping on my favorite Italian Chopped Salad.

In the mood for a similar dish?

Try these other salad ideas:

• Halloumi Side Salad
• Simple Side Salad
• Prosciutto Burrata Salad

Need something to pair this with?

• Bay Scallops with Pasta and Lemon Garlic Sauce

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Arugula Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Jami Powell

In the mood for something fresh and simple? If you’re a salad lover, try this Arugula Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette. It’s elegant in style, delicious in flavor, and super healthy! Put this salad together in under five minutes and feel great about what you’re eating.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 0 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

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Course Lunch, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Equipment

• Salad bowl
• Salad tongs
• Colander
• Oil and vinegar dispensers
• Potato peeler

Ingredients

  

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Salad

• 5 oz Arugula lettuce
• Shaved parmesan

Dressing

• 2 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoon White wine vinegar
• ½ juice Lemon
• ¼ teaspoon Pepper (or to taste)

Instructions

 

Dressing

• Whisk extra virgin olive oil, white wine vinegar, and the juice of half a lemon together in a small bowl.

Salad

• Wash arugula and set it aside to drain in a colander.
• Using a potato peeler, shave some some small pieces off a block of parmigiano reggiano.
• Arrange salad with all ingredients. Drizzle dressing on top. Add more lemon and cracked pepper if desired.
• Toss and serve immediately. Garnish with sliced lemon (optional).

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Food Safety

• Wash hands and create a clean work area.
• Rinse lettuce and other vegetables thoroughly.
• Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat.
• Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods.

See more guidelines at USDA.gov