Description
A vibrant salad featuring peppery arugula, sweet apples, and a zesty dressing, perfect as a side dish or starter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh arugula
- 2 apples (Granny Smith or Fuji)
- 1/2 cup walnuts (toasted if desired)
- 1/2 cup feta or goat cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your greens: Rinse the arugula thoroughly and let it dry completely.
- Slice the apples: Core and thinly slice your apples without peeling them.
- Toast those walnuts: If desired, toast in a dry skillet over medium heat for a few minutes.
- Make the dressing: Whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, and salt and pepper.
- Combine everything: Toss arugula, apple slices, walnuts, and cheese with the dressing until coated.
- Serve immediately for maximum crunch.
Notes
Best served fresh. If storing leftovers, keep the dressing separate to avoid sogginess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: salad, arugula, apple, healthy, vegetarian, side dish, quick and easy