Paleo Spinach and Arugula Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with wholesome flavors, this Paleo Spinach and Arugula Salad is the perfect way to enjoy a nutritious meal in just 15 minutes. Packed with vibrant veggies like baby spinach, peppery arugula, juicy cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and creamy avocado, this salad is elevated with the crunch of raw walnuts and a tangy homemade dressing featuring extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey. Ideal for paleo diets and anyone craving a light, nourishing dish, this salad is simple, satisfying, and perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a stunning side at your next gathering. Wholesome ingredients, zero cooking time, and bold flavors make this salad your go-to for healthy eating without compromise!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Baby spinach
- 4 cups Arugula
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 large Cucumber
- 0.25 medium Red onion
- 1 large Avocado
- 0.5 cup Raw walnuts
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Rinse and pat dry the baby spinach and arugula. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl.
Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into thin rounds or half-moons. Add to the salad bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the mix.
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and carefully scoop out the flesh. Slice or cube the avocado and add it to the salad.
Roughly chop the raw walnuts and sprinkle them over the top.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, sea salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, wholesome flavors of this Paleo Spinach and Arugula Salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1262 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.0 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.8 g | 69% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1426 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.2 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.2 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.0 g | ||
| Protein | 22.6 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 419 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 2563 mg | 55% | |
*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.
