Description
A fresh and vibrant arugula salad tossed with a zesty lemon vinaigrette, a touch of honey for sweetness, and topped with delicate shaved Parmesan cheese. Perfect as a light appetizer or a refreshing side dish.
Ingredients
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For the Dressing
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
For the Salad
- 4 cups arugula
- 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper until the mixture is well combined and emulsified to form a balanced vinaigrette.
- Toss the Salad: Add the fresh arugula leaves to the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss the arugula to ensure each leaf is evenly coated with the dressing for maximum flavor absorption.
- Add Parmesan and Serve: Top the dressed arugula salad with the shaved Parmesan cheese. Optionally, sprinkle with a bit more freshly ground black pepper to enhance the taste. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor.
- Adjust the honey amount according to your preferred sweetness.
- Shave the Parmesan thinly using a vegetable peeler for the best texture.
- Serve immediately after tossing to keep the arugula crisp.
- Can be paired with grilled chicken or fish for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: Arugula Salad, Parmesan Salad, Lemon Vinaigrette, Fresh Salad, Italian Salad, Healthy Salad
