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Submitted by CKumia

Peppery arugula leaves frame a mound of juicy tomato wedges tossed in a tangy mustard vinaigrette for a simple, elegant salad ready in minutes.

YIELD

12 servings

PREP

8 min

COOK

0 min

READY

10 min

Sometimes the best salads are the simplest ones. This two-ingredient beauty lets peppery arugula and ripe tomatoes shine, brought together with a classic red wine vinaigrette.

The technique is smarter than it looks: you toss the tomatoes in the dressing first, then strain them out and pile them in the center of the arugula. This prevents the greens from wilting while ensuring the tomatoes are perfectly coated, and you drizzle the tomato-infused dressing over the arugula for extra flavor.

It’s the kind of elegant, unfussy salad you’d find at a good Italian trattoria.

Kitchen Tips

  • Use peak tomatoes: This salad is only as good as your tomatoes. Wait for summer’s best or use sweet cherry tomatoes halved.
  • Don’t overdress: Tossing and straining prevents soggy, overdressed greens while flavoring the tomatoes perfectly.
  • Serve immediately: Arugula wilts quickly once dressed, so assemble this right before serving.
  • Quality olive oil: Since the dressing is so simple, use your best extra-virgin olive oil for maximum flavor.

Ingredients

3 3
BUNCHES BUNCHES ARUGULA (ROQUETTE) *
¾ 177
CUP ML OLIVE OIL
3 45
TABLESPOONS ML RED WINE VINEGAR
1 ½ 7.5
TEASPOONS ML DIJON MUSTARD
12 12
EACH TOMATOES
cut in wedges or 36 cherry tomatoes, halved
1
X SALT
to taste *
1
X BLACK PEPPER
freshly ground, to taste *

Directions

WASH AND DRY the arugula, remove the tough stems and arrange on the outside of a platter. Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar and mustard. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Toss the tomatoes gently in the salad dressing. Strain and place the tomatoes in the center of the arugula. Drizzle the strained dressing over the arugula.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 141g (5.0 oz)
Amount per Serving
Calories 142 87% from fat
 % Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g 21%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 14mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate 2g 2%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Sugars g
Protein 2g
Vitamin A 21% Vitamin C 26%
Calcium 1% Iron 2%
* based on a 2,000 calorie diet How is this calculated?
Low Cholesterol, Cholesterol-Free, Trans-fat Free, Low Carb, Very low in sodium, Low Sodium
 
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