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Vibrant Arugula Salad with Parmesan and Pine Nuts

This simple arugula salad elevates any main dish with its perfect blend of peppery greens, sweet cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and nutty Parmesan. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's a quick, nutritious addition to your table that brings restaurant-quality flavor to everyday meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 257
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups young arugula leaves thoroughly washed and dried
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 ripe avocado diced
  • ¼ cup pine nuts lightly toasted
  • ⅓ cup freshly shaved Parmesan cheese
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Place the washed and dried arugula leaves in a large salad bowl.
  2. Add the halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, and toasted pine nuts to the bowl.
  3. Shave fresh Parmesan cheese over the salad ingredients.
  4. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
  5. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  6. Gently toss all ingredients until evenly coated with the dressing.
  7. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor and texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 257kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 381mgFiber: 6gSugar: 1g
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