Arugula Salad with Feta and Tomato
This simple salad brings out the best flavor of arugula. The balsamic vinegar in the dressing gives the right amount of sweetness to balance the peppery taste, and the tomatoes and feta provide a burst of flavor in every bite!
Servings: 4
Calories: 268kcal
Ingredients
- 5 ounces baby arugula
- 1 pint grape tomatoes 10 ounces, halved
- 4 ounces feta cheese in chunks
- ¼ cup fresh basil cut in thin strips
- ½ cup walnuts pieces
Dressing
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Rinse and trim the arugula, as needed.5 ounces baby arugula
- Place arugula in a large bowl with the tomatoes, feta cheese and basil.1 pint grape tomatoes, 4 ounces feta cheese, ¼ cup fresh basil
- Whisk the dressing ingredients in a small cup until well combined/emulsified.1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 clove garlic, ¼ teaspoon salt, ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- Pour the dressing on the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Just before serving, add the walnuts and toss if desired.½ cup walnuts
Notes
Substitute cherry tomatoes for the grape tomatoes if preferred.
Nutrition
Calories: 268kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 486mg | Potassium: 506mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 2028IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 228mg | Iron: 2mg
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.