Description
Savory jamie oliver arugula salad celebrates fresh Mediterranean ingredients with peppery greens and zesty lemon dressing. Bold flavors and crisp textures create an irresistible dish you can easily enjoy at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups (960 ml) arugula
- ¼ cup (60 ml) parmesan cheese (shaved)
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp (5 ml) honey
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) kosher salt
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Vinaigrette: Whisk honey, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl until ingredients blend into a smooth, cohesive dressing.
- Dress Salad: Gently toss arugula leaves into the vinaigrette, ensuring each leaf is evenly coated with the zesty marinade.
- Finish and Serve: Artfully layer thin Parmesan cheese shavings over the salad, then sprinkle additional cracked black pepper to elevate the flavor profile and create a sophisticated presentation.
Notes
- Whisk Dynamically: Emulsify the vinaigrette thoroughly to create a smooth, well-integrated dressing that coats arugula leaves perfectly.
- Handle Greens Gently: Use light, careful folding techniques to prevent bruising delicate arugula while ensuring even dressing coverage.
- Select Premium Cheese: Choose an authentic aged Parmesan with robust flavor to complement the peppery arugula and elevate the salad’s overall taste profile.
- Serve Immediately: Prepare and dress the salad just before serving to maintain crisp leaf texture and vibrant flavor integrity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg