Bon Appetit's Arugula Salad With Lemon Parmesan Dressing Recipe

This vibrant arugula salad, featured in Bon Appétit (April 2009), boasts a bright and tangy lemon parmesan dressing. It's a fantastic side dish, but wait until you try it as a pizza topping! Simply brush your pizza dough with olive oil, sprinkle with sea salt and mozzarella, bake, and then top with this incredible salad for an unforgettable flavor experience. The lemon flavor is intensely delicious – even better with Meyer lemons, as discovered in our 2012 update! Prepare this stunning salad in minutes for an effortless yet impressive addition to any meal.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 425.6 kcal

Protein 17g

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How to Make Bon Appetit's Arugula Salad With Lemon Parmesan Dressing

Combine 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed), 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 clove garlic (minced), 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of black pepper in a mini food processor. Blend until smooth.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
Transfer dressing to a small bowl.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 3 days).
Bring dressing to room temperature before using.
In a large bowl, combine 5 ounces arugula and 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved).
Add enough dressing to coat the arugula and tomatoes, tossing gently to combine.
Garnish with 1 tablespoon toasted pine nuts or walnuts (optional).
Serve immediately. For the pizza topping variation: Brush pizza dough with olive oil, sprinkle with sea salt and 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese. Bake as directed. Once out of the oven, top with the arugula salad.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

39g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Bon Appetit's Arugula Salad With Lemon Parmesan Dressing?

Bon Appetit's Arugula Salad With Lemon Parmesan Dressing takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Bon Appetit's Arugula Salad With Lemon Parmesan Dressing?

Bon Appetit's Arugula Salad With Lemon Parmesan Dressing has approximately 425.6 calories per serving, with about 17 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 64 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Bon Appetit's Arugula Salad With Lemon Parmesan Dressing?

The key ingredients for Bon Appetit's Arugula Salad With Lemon Parmesan Dressing are Parmesan Cheese, Olive Oil, Fresh Lemon Juice, Lemon Peel, Baby Arugula, Cherry Tomatoes. See the full list with measurements above.