Description
Ina Garten’s arugula salad brings Italian-inspired elegance to your table with peppery greens and tangy parmesan. Zesty lemon vinaigrette and shaved parmesan create a simple yet sophisticated dish you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- ½ pound (226 grams) fresh arugula (3 large bunches)
- ¼ pound (113 grams) chunk of high-quality Parmesan cheese
Seasoning Ingredients:
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Liquid Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 lemons)
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) olive oil
Instructions
- Thoroughly rinse the arugula under cold running water, removing any roots or damaged leaves. Gently pat dry using a clean kitchen towel or spin in a salad spinner to eliminate excess moisture.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine freshly squeezed lemon juice (approximately 2 tablespoons or 30 milliliters), extra virgin olive oil (3 tablespoons or 45 milliliters), kosher salt (1/4 teaspoon or 1.5 grams), and freshly ground black pepper (1/8 teaspoon or 0.3 grams).
- Whisk the vinaigrette ingredients vigorously until the mixture emulsifies and becomes slightly creamy, ensuring the oil and lemon juice are well incorporated.
- Transfer the cleaned arugula to a large serving bowl, creating a light, airy bed of greens.
- Gradually pour the prepared lemon vinaigrette over the arugula, using a gentle tossing motion to ensure even coating without bruising the delicate leaves.
- Using a high-quality Parmesan cheese, carefully create elegant shavings with a sharp vegetable peeler or cheese knife.
- Artfully arrange the Parmesan shards atop the dressed arugula, allowing them to rest delicately on the greens.
- Serve immediately to preserve the salad’s crisp texture and vibrant flavors.
Notes
- Elevate your salad game with this simple yet sophisticated arugula dish that bursts with fresh, peppery flavors.
- Opt for young, tender arugula leaves to ensure a milder taste that complements the zesty lemon dressing.
- Handcrafted vinaigrette allows precise control over the delicate balance between bright citrus and rich olive oil.
- Shaved Parmesan brings a luxurious, salty complexity that transforms this basic salad into a gourmet experience.
- Immediate serving preserves the salad’s crisp texture and vibrant appearance, making it a perfect last-minute side or light meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 267
- Sugar: 0.3 g
- Sodium: 116 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg