Description
This Simple Arugula Salad is a fresh and vibrant dish with peppery arugula, creamy avocado, crunchy cucumber, and juicy tomatoes. Tossed in a zesty balsamic vinaigrette, it’s the perfect light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
4 cups fresh arugula
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup cucumber, thinly sliced
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
1 avocado, diced
¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
¼ cup balsamic vinaigrette dressing
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional garnishes: diced onions, cucumbers, or jalapeños
Instructions
- Prepare the Arugula: Rinse the arugula under cold water to remove any dirt. Spin dry or pat dry with a towel.
- Chop the Vegetables: Slice the cherry tomatoes in half, thinly slice the cucumber and red onion, and dice the avocado.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the arugula, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and avocado. Stir gently to combine.
- Add Feta: If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the salad.
- Dress the Salad: Drizzle balsamic vinaigrette dressing over the salad to taste.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as necessary.
- Toss Gently: Use salad tongs or clean hands to toss the salad, ensuring everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve Immediately: Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or plates and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Feel free to add more vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, or radishes for extra crunch.
For a vegan version, skip the feta cheese or use a plant-based alternative.
For added flavor, try adding some toasted nuts like almonds or walnuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 8mg
