Green Bean Arugula Salad with Ricotta Salata
Bright, crisp, and bursting with flavor, this Green Bean Arugula Salad with Ricotta Salata is the perfect blend of freshness and simplicity. Tender, blanched green beans pair beautifully with the peppery bite of baby arugula, while creamy ricotta salata adds a delightful salty richness in every bite. A zesty lemon-garlic dressing ties it all together, infusing each forkful with tangy, aromatic goodness. Complete with a crunch of toasted almonds (optional) for added texture, this salad is a breeze to prepare, making it an ideal choice for a light lunch or a vibrant dinner side dish. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a versatile, Mediterranean-inspired recipe that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Perfect for summer gatherings, weeknight dinners, or anytime you crave a fresh salad with a gourmet touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams green beans
- 120 grams baby arugula
- 100 grams ricotta salata
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 unit garlic clove (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 50 grams toasted almonds (optional)
Instructions
Fill a medium-sized pot with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil over high heat.
Trim the ends of the green beans and blanch them in the boiling water for 2-3 minutes, until tender-crisp.
Drain the green beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to halt the cooking process. Let them cool for a few minutes, then drain well and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to form the dressing.
Using a sharp knife, shave the ricotta salata into thin slices or crumble it into small pieces, depending on your preference.
In a large salad bowl, combine the blanched green beans, baby arugula, and toasted almonds (if using).
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
Top the salad with the shaved or crumbled ricotta salata.
Serve immediately and enjoy this bright, flavorful salad as a side dish or a light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1003 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.9 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.7 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 2196 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.6 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.2 g | ||
| Protein | 31.0 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 962 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1621 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
