Ingredients and Substitutions
Arugula/rocket. Shaved Parmesan cheese. Pretty much any cheese will work in this salad. I like Parmesan or Pecorino Romano but goat cheese, feta cheese, mozzarella etc. will all be delicious. For the vinaigrette: Lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, Parmesan cheese, fresh garlic cloves, salt and black pepper. Balsamic vinegar can also be used and if you prefer a sweeter dressing, add a teaspoon of honey. Optional: I like to keep this salad super simple but pine nuts, sliced almonds, pecans or walnuts, cubed avocado, dried cranberries or cherries, cherry tomatoes, fresh herbs etc can all be added.
How to make arugula salad
Make the arugula salad dressing in the serving bowl by whisking together grated garlic, Parmesan cheese, fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt and pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Add the arugula/rocket to the bowl then toss to coat the leaves in the dressing. Using a vegetable peeler, shave the Parmesan cheese and add to the salad. Toss again and serve.
Easy salad recipes
Arugula salad is the perfect side dish to serve with any protein. It works well with chicken, pork, beef or lamb and the zesty dressing makes it a good addition to any meal containing seafood and fish like salmon, shrimp or mussels. It’s also a great salad to add to sandwiches or on top of pizza.
