Heart-Healthy Arugula Salad with Parmesan
Bright, fresh, and irresistibly nutritious, the Heart-Healthy Arugula Salad with Parmesan is a simple yet elegant dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Featuring peppery arugula, nutty Parmesan shavings, and crunchy toasted almonds, this salad is elevated with a zesty lemon dressing made with heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s a quick and flavorful option that makes eating healthy effortless. Ideal as a light appetizer or a side dish, this salad is packed with antioxidants, healthy fats, and bold flavors—perfect for those seeking a nourishing addition to their meals. Keywords: heart-healthy salad, arugula salad, lemon dressing, quick salad recipes, Parmesan salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 5 cups arugula
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 whole lemon
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup sliced almonds
Instructions
Begin by rinsing the arugula under cold running water and patting it dry with a clean towel or using a salad spinner to remove excess water.
Place the clean arugula in a large salad bowl.
Using a vegetable peeler, shave thin slices of Parmesan cheese and set aside. You should have approximately 1/2 cup of Parmesan shavings.
Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by zesting the lemon and then juicing it to get about 2 tablespoons of juice. Mix the lemon juice and zest with the olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
Drizzle the lemon dressing over the arugula and toss gently to coat the leaves evenly.
Top the tossed arugula with the shaved Parmesan and toasted almonds.
Serve immediately as a refreshing, heart-healthy salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
672 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.2 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 940 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 26.1 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 726 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 717 mg | 15% | |
*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.
