Sugar-Free Arugula Salad with Tomatoes
Brighten your table with this Sugar-Free Arugula Salad with Tomatoes—a refreshing, healthy recipe perfect for any occasion. Packed with nutrient-rich arugula, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and the sharp bite of red onion, this salad delivers vibrant flavors and gorgeous colors. The zesty homemade dressing, made with extra virgin olive oil, tangy lemon juice, and a hint of Dijon mustard, ties everything together with no added sugar—just pure, wholesome goodness. Finished with fresh basil for a fragrant touch, this quick, 15-minute recipe is not only easy to prepare but also a low-carb, gluten-free option that's sure to please. Serve as a light lunch, a side for grilled proteins, or a stand-alone dish for those seeking a clean-eating delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Arugula
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 1 large Cucumber
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Start by rinsing and drying the arugula and place it in a large salad bowl.
Rinse the cherry tomatoes and slice them in half, adding them to the bowl with arugula.
Peel the cucumber, slice it into thin rounds, and add to the salad bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and toss it into the bowl with the other vegetables.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything to ensure all ingredients are well coated.
Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and sprinkle over the salad.
Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, tangy flavors of this sugar-free arugula salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
420 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.8 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1346 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.8 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.7 g | ||
| Protein | 8.3 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 254 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1738 mg | 37% | |
*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.
