by carrie
Conquering Intimidating Dishes, Food + Entertaining
Arugala Salad
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Arugala Salad 3
Arugula also known as Rucola, Italian Cress, or Rocket is an annual wild herb with long dark green leaves.
The leaves taste a touch bitter and peppery along with a nutty flavor.
It’s very delicate and can wilt easily. It’s very popular to top off a tray of bresaola or prosciutto with fresh arugula and parmesan- It’s also amazing like this on top of Italian Style pizzas!
This is my go to salad. It’s the one I crave. It’s the one that goes with many things I make.
Note: It’s absolutely wonderful with my Tuscan Chicken.
I make this salad 3 to 4 times a week. It’s simple, clean, and so flavorful.
Ingredients:
4 cups (packed) baby arugula ( I buy the clear box in the produce section where the salad bags are located)
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (I like to use a Parmigiano wedge and grate it fresh)
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 2 Lemons)
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes (or more, I usually load my salad up)
Sea Salt to your taste
Preparation:
1. Combine the arugula and tomatoes in large bowl.
2. Add the lemon juice, grated Parmesan cheese, salt to taste, and olive oil.
3. Toss the salad and serve immediately!
