Rocket salad with lemon dressing
Fresh and zesty Rocket Salad with Lemon Dressing: A simple, healthy mix of peppery arugula, juicy tomatoes, and a light lemon-olive oil dressing. Ready in minutes for a perfect side dish or light lunch!
- 06 Apr 2025
- Cook time 0 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 4 Servings
- 5 Ingredients
Rocket salad with lemon dressing is a delicious, light, and refreshing dish that combines the peppery flavor of arugula with the tanginess of lemon juice. This salad is perfect as a side dish or a light main course, and it can be prepared in just a few minutes with fresh, simple ingredients. Let's dive into the recipe and learn how to make this delightful salad!
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Wash the tomatoes thoroughly under running water.
- Chop the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and set them aside.
- Wash the arugula leaves thoroughly. Dry them using a salad spinner or by patting them gently with a clean kitchen towel.
- Place the arugula in a large salad bowl.
- Add the chopped tomatoes to the bowl with the arugula.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice until well combined.
- Season the dressing with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.
- Drizzle the lemon dressing over the arugula and tomatoes.
- Toss the salad gently using salad tongs or your hands, ensuring the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly.
- Transfer the dressed salad to plates or a serving bowl.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh rocket salad with lemon dressing!
Tips:
- Make sure your arugula is dry to ensure a more crisp and refreshing salad.
- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor.
- Consider adding some shaved Parmesan or toasted nuts for extra texture and flavor.
- Let the salad sit for a few minutes after adding the dressing to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Taste the salad before serving and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
Rocket salad with lemon dressing is an easy-to-make dish that offers a burst of fresh flavors with each bite. The combination of peppery arugula, juicy tomatoes, and a zesty lemon dressing makes for a perfect match, elevating your salad game. Whether you're serving it as part of a larger meal or enjoying it on its own, this recipe is sure to be a hit. Bon appétit!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 100 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 18kcal | 1% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 1.23g | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 3.61g | 1% |
| Fiber 1.19g | 3% |
| Sugar 2.28g | 2% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 3.68g | 4% |
| Saturated 0.51g | 2% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 60ug | 6% |
| Choline 8mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 0.04mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B2 0.03mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B3 0.46mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 0.07mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B9 36ug | 9% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 14mg | 15% |
| Vitamin E 0.46mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K 33ug | 27% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 45mg | 4% |
| Copper, Cu 0.06mg | 6% |
| Iron, Fe 0.54mg | 5% |
| Magnesium, Mg 20mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus, P 30mg | 2% |
| Potassium, K 250mg | 7% |
| Selenium, Se 0.08ug | 0% |
| Sodium, Na 10mg | 1% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.23mg | 2% |
| Water | |
| Water 90g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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