Description
A fresh and vibrant spinach and arugula salad tossed with a light vinaigrette, perfect as a healthy side or light meal.
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cups arugula
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup toasted nuts (walnuts or almonds)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the spinach and arugula thoroughly and place in a large salad bowl.
- Add sliced red onion, cherry tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and toasted nuts.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately for best freshness.
Notes
- You can substitute Parmesan with feta or goat cheese for a different flavor.
- Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein.
- Store dressing separately if making ahead to keep greens crisp.
- Use baby greens for a more tender texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
