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Spinach & Arugula Salad Recipe with Simple Lemon Dressing

This simple spinach arugula salad is the perfect combination of peppery arugula with spinach which has an earthier, milder flavor. The salad is dressed with a homemade lemon vinaigrette, the zesty lemon juice adds a zesty kick that brings all the flavors together.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 264 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

For the Salad Base:

  • 3 cups Baby Spinach
  • 3 cups Arugula (Rocket)

Optional Add-Ins

  • Pine Nuts - toasted
  • Toasted Sliced Almonds
  • Red Onion - finely sliced
  • Parmesan or Vegetarian Alternative - shaved
  • Avocado - sliced or diced

For the Lemon Dressing:

  • ¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice - freshly squeezed
  • ½ tsp Dijon Mustard - optional but adds depth
  • ½ tsp Honey - or maple syrup
  • Sea Salt and Black Pepper - to taste

Instructions
 

  • Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard (if using), honey, sea salt and black pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
    Alternatively, add all the ingredients to a well sealed jar and shake to combine.
  • Toss the spinach and arugula together in a large bowl.
  • Drizzle with the lemon dressing just before serving and toss gently.
  • Top with any optional add-ins you like and serve immediately

Notes

NB - The estimated nutrition calculation does not include any additional toppings. 

Nutrition

Calories: 264kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 2gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gSodium: 58mgPotassium: 373mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 4933IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 94mgIron: 2mg
Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only and should be taken as an estimate rather than a guarantee. Ingredients can vary and the Family Food Kitchen can't guarantee the accuracy of this information.
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