Description
A vibrant salad featuring peppery arugula and sweet nectarines, topped with a fresh basil dressing.
Ingredients
- Arugula (4 cups)
- Nectarines (2 large)
- Fresh Basil (1/4 cup, packed)
- Olive Oil (1/4 cup)
- Honey (1 tablespoon)
- Lemon Juice (2 tablespoons)
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Wash the arugula thoroughly under cold water and pat dry.
- Slice the Nectarines: Cut nectarines into wedges, removing the pit.
- Make the Dressing: Whisk together basil, olive oil, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Combine the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, add arugula and nectarines, drizzled with dressing, and toss gently.
- Plate and Serve: Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with nuts or cheese, if desired.
Notes
Best to serve immediately to enjoy fresh flavors. Dressing can be made ahead of time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: salad, summer salad, nectarines, arugula, basil dressing, healthy salad