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Strawberry Arugula Salad

Bright and peppery arugula meets sweet strawberries and crunchy pine nuts in this refreshing salad. Drizzled with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette, it's a flavor-packed delight.
Course Salad
Cuisine Mediterranean
Keyword easy recipe, fresh, healthy, summer salad, vegetarian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350kcal
Author Liza A

Ingredients

  • 4-6 handfuls of arugula
  • 2 cups sliced strawberries
  • ½ cup pine nuts

Fennel Balsamic Dressing:

  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • ½ tsp honey
  • ½ tsp Dijon mustard
  • ¼ tsp ground fennel seed
  • Sea salt and freshly ground pepper

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, mustard and ground fennel seed. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Add arugula, strawberries and nuts. Gently stir until well combined. Serve on its own or as a side dish with your favorite meat.

Notes

Recipe source: “The Best of Chef at Home” cookbook by Chef Michael Smith.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 50mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g