Arugula Salad with Lemon-Parmesan Dressing

Arugula is has such a dainty appearance that if you were tasting it for the first time you wouldn't expect the bold and peppery flavor. I think the name "rocket" is actually more appropriate based on the flavor. And although I found it funny when I visited London several years ago and first heard it called rocket, I may just start calling it that myself. Maybe my little one would rather eat something called rocket, too.

This is a simple rocket salad (said in my best Gordon Ramsey accent) that looks and tastes so elegant. I served it at brunch, but it would also be the perfect starter course for a simple grilled dinner on a hot summer night.

Arugula (Rocket) Salad with Lemon-Parmesan Dressing

Source: Epicurious

 

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese plus extra for shaving over the salad
• 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel
• 4 cups (packed) baby arugula
• 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes

Directions

• Blend first 4 ingredients in processor. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl. Cover; chill up to 3 days.
• Combine arugula and tomatoes in large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat.
• I added shaved Parmesan atop the salad

   

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