St Tropez Salad
Bright, refreshing, and effortlessly elegant, the St. Tropez Salad is a delightful fusion of Mediterranean flavors, perfect for a quick yet sophisticated meal. Bursting with vibrant baby arugula, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and peppery radishes, this salad is elevated with briny Niçoise olives and creamy crumbled goat cheese. Tossed in a zesty homemade vinaigrette of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey, every bite is balanced and flavorful. Fresh basil adds an aromatic finishing touch, making it an irresistible choice for a light lunch or an impressive starter. Ready in just 15 minutes and brimming with antioxidants and healthy fats, this delicious recipe is your ticket to a taste of the French Riviera. Perfectly suited for summer gatherings or casual weeknight meals, the St. Tropez Salad is as beautiful as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups baby arugula
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cucumber
- 4 radishes
- 0.333 cup Niçoise olives
- 0.25 cup soft goat cheese
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the baby arugula and place it in a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the salad bowl.
Peel the cucumber (optional) and slice it into thin rounds. Add to the salad bowl.
Thinly slice the radishes and add them to the bowl along with the Niçoise olives.
Crumble the goat cheese over the salad for a creamy texture.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
Chop the basil leaves and sprinkle them over the salad as a garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, zesty flavors of the St Tropez Salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
978 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.4 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.5 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 45 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 7933 mg | 345% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.6 g | ||
| Protein | 20.4 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 493 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2273 mg | 48% | |
*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.
