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Vibrant Arugula Salad

A lively arugula salad bursting with peppery goodness, tangy citrus, and creamy cheese, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 4 cups arugula fresh, vibrant leaves
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes ripe, halved
  • 1 medium cucumber crisp, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar high-quality
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper freshly cracked
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup toasted walnuts for added crunch

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all your ingredients for the arugula salad.
  2. Wash the arugula under cool running water and shake off excess water.
  3. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half.
  4. Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
  5. In a large bowl, combine arugula, halved cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, and toasted walnuts.
  6. Drizzle the dressing made from olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the salad and toss gently.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad is versatile; feel free to add or substitute ingredients based on your preference.

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