Arugula Salad With Berries and Blue Cheese Vinaigrette
This delicious, healthy salad combines the flavors of sweet berries, peppery arugula and salty blue cheese.
15 Minutes
Active Prep Time
4
Servings
340
Calories
Overview
The sweetness of berries complements peppery arugula in this no-fuss, healthful salad. Antioxidant-rich berries may help battle inflammation, and olive oil is rich in oleocanthal, a compound with strong anti-inflammatory properties. For added crunch, toss in a handful of omega-3-packed walnuts. Baby spinach or watercress can be substituted for
Nutrition information (per serving)*: Total Fat (29g); Carbohydrates (18g); Sodium (395mg); Sugar (15g); Fiber (2.1g); Cholesterol (5mg); Protein (2.7g)
Ingredients
4 packed cups arugula
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
3 Tbs. apple cider vinegar
1 tsp. Dijon mustard
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 Tbs. creamy-style blue cheese
Directions
Place arugula, blueberries and strawberries in a salad bowl.
In a blender, whirl together vinegar, mustard, salt, pepper, olive oil and blue cheese until well combined.
Drizzle salad with about ¼ cup of the vinaigrette; toss lightly to coat. Store additional dressing in the refrigerator for up to a week.
This recipe, developed by cookbook author and lupus patient Jess Thomson, originally appeared in Arthritis Today magazine. Photo by Iain Bagwell.
*Disclaimer: All nutritional information provided is approximate and based on USDA measurements. Actual amounts may vary based on exact ingredients used, how they are prepared and serving size.