Arugula Salad With Olive Oil, Lemon & Parmesan Cheese

Arugula Salad with Olive Oil, Lemon and Parmesan is a simple but classic Italian dish.

The arugula is a little peppery and is balanced perfectly with the freshly squeezed lemon juice.  The cheese gives it a warm and salty flavor.

It is super-quick to throw together, and pairs well with almost anything.  I especially like serving it with Osso Buco and Parmesan Polenta.  This vibrant salad will lend both color and bright flavor to any table.

I can see it now…you and those you love…confetti cannons, noise makers, Osso Buco, Parmesan Polenta and this delicious Arugula Salad.

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Arugula Salad With Olive Oil, Lemon and Parmesan Cheese

Prep Time

10 mins

Total Time

10 mins

 

A simple salad that is always delicious.

Course: Salad

Cuisine: American, Italian

Keyword: Arugula, Salad

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 50 kcal

Author: Holly Sander

Ingredients

• 5-6 ounces arugula, washed, dried, (and torn if necessary)
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 1/2 a lemon)
• 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan Cheese
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. In a serving bowl, drizzle the arugula with ½ the oil, ½ the lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of the Parmesan cheese and then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
2. Gently turn the arugula over once from the bottom of the bowl and add the rest of the oil, lemon, another tablespoon of the cheese and sprinkle again with salt and pepper.
3. Toss gently until well-mixed and taste for seasoning. Sprinkle the remaining tablespoon of cheese over the salad and serve.

Recipe Notes

Once the salad is dressed it does not save well. Guess you have to eat it all!! 🙂

Looking for a salad with a little more protein?  Try this Grilled Mediterranean Chicken Salad!