Vegan Arugula Salad with Parmesan
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Vegan Arugula Salad with Parmesan, a perfect blend of fresh, zesty, and savory flavors. Featuring peppery baby arugula, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and delicate slices of red onion, this nutrient-packed salad is topped with creamy vegan parmesan cheese for an authentically cheesy twist. A tangy homemade dressing made with lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, and a hint of maple syrup ties everything together, creating a beautifully balanced flavor profile. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for quick lunches, dinner sides, or light appetizers. Whether you're vegan or simply seeking a plant-based option, this salad is sure to become a favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups baby arugula
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.25 medium red onion
- 0.5 cup vegan parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the arugula. Place it in a large salad bowl.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the salad bowl.
Peel the cucumber, slice it lengthwise, remove the seeds if desired, and cut it into half-moon pieces. Add to the bowl.
Finely slice the red onion into thin rings or half-moons, depending on your preference, and add to the bowl.
Prepare the dressing by whisking together the lemon juice, olive oil, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Pour the dressing over the arugula, tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions. Toss gently to combine and ensure everything is evenly coated.
Top the salad with vegan parmesan cheese. If using block vegan parmesan, you can grate it using a box grater or microplane.
Give the salad one final toss before serving.
Serve immediately or chill briefly in the refrigerator if you prefer a colder salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
967 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.5 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.0 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2102 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.6 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.0 g | ||
| Protein | 18.6 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 318 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1339 mg | 28% | |
*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.
