How to Make Arugula Salad with Avocado Citrus Vinaigrette - A Step-by-Step Guide

Arugula, with its peppery flavor and delicate leaves, is a versatile green that can elevate any salad with its unique taste and texture. When paired with creamy avocado and tangy citrus vinaigrette, it creates a perfect balance of flavors and textures. This Arugula Salad with Avocado Citrus Vinaigrette is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it a hit for health-conscious foodies.

The combination of arugula and avocado creates a rich and satisfying base for this sa...

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Ingredients

  • 1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced
  • ¼ cup chopped red onion
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons grapefruit juice
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • 1 leaf fresh mint, chopped
  • 1 leaf fresh basil, chopped
  • 2 ½ cups baby arugula leaves
  • 2 ounces kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 2 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons freshly shaved Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place the avocado, red onion, lime juice, grapefruit juice, rice wine vinegar, black pepper, and sea salt in a blender, and process until smooth, about 30 seconds. While the blender is running, drizzle in the olive oil; add honey, cilantro, mint, and basil leaves, and process for a few more seconds to leave the herbs visible as small flecks.
  • Toss the arugula, kalamata olives, and cherry tomatoes in a salad bowl; sprinkle with shaved Parmesan cheese. Pour vinaigrette over the salad, and toss to serve.
  • Nutrition

    282 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 2mg
    • Sodium: 501mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 14g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 71mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 380mg