Arugula Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

This fresh and zesty arugula salad with lemon vinaigrette is perfect for busy weeknights or a quick lunch. With just a few simple ingredients, you can enjoy a healthy, flavorful salad that’s ready in minutes and pairs perfectly with almost any meal. It’s light, bright, and totally make-ahead friendly!

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Arugula Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Why You'll Love This Arugula Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

• Ready in under 10 minutes—perfect for busy schedules

• Uses simple, everyday ingredients most people already have

• Light, refreshing, and healthy for wellness-conscious eaters

• Pairs easily with mains like chicken, fish, or pasta

• Lemon vinaigrette adds bright flavor without extra calories

• Minimal cleanup with just one bowl for salad and one jar for dressing

Cooking Tips & Tricks

• Wash and thoroughly dry greens to prevent soggy salad

• Shake the vinaigrette well before each use to emulsify the dressing

• Add cheese right before serving to keep it from wilting

• Taste and adjust vinaigrette seasoning—some lemons are more acidic

• Store leftover dressing in the fridge for up to one week

Arugula Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette Recipe

Ingredients:

Salad

• 5 oz. arugula

• 1/3 c. shaved parmesan cheese

Vinaigrette Dressing

• 1/2 c. olive oil

• 2 T. fresh lemon juice

• 1 T. Dijon mustard

• 1 T. maple syrup

• 3 tsp. sugar

• 1 tsp. salt

Let's Get Started!

1. Mix salad greens in a large bowl and top with cheese.

2. Combine all vinaigrette ingredients together in a mason jar with a lid and shake until well blended. 

3. Drizzle over salad and toss until well covered.