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Fresh Strawberry Arugula Salad Recipe with Easy Lemon Honey Dressing

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A light and refreshing salad combining peppery arugula, juicy strawberries, and a bright lemon honey dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch or a colorful side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh arugula (about 120 g), washed and dried
  • 1 pint strawberries (about 300 g), hulled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (30 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon honey (21 g), preferably raw and unfiltered
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (45 ml)
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt (3 g)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional add-ins:
  • ½ cup toasted pecans or walnuts for crunch
  • ¼ cup crumbled goat cheese or feta for creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons thinly sliced red onion

Instructions

  1. Prepare the produce (5 minutes): Rinse 4 cups (120 g) of fresh arugula thoroughly and spin or pat dry. Hull and slice 1 pint (300 g) of ripe strawberries into thin pieces. If using, thinly slice 2 tablespoons red onion and toast ½ cup nuts lightly in a dry skillet until fragrant.
  2. Make the dressing (5 minutes): In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons (30 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 tablespoon (21 g) honey, 3 tablespoons (45 ml) extra virgin olive oil, ½ teaspoon (3 g) kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Whisk vigorously until the dressing is smooth and slightly thickened. Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity as desired.
  3. Toss the salad (2 minutes): Place the arugula and sliced strawberries in the large salad bowl. Drizzle about half the dressing over the top. Using salad tongs or clean hands, toss gently but thoroughly until the leaves and berries are lightly coated.
  4. Add optional ingredients (1 minute): Sprinkle toasted nuts and crumbled cheese over the salad. Drizzle the remaining dressing if the salad seems dry. Toss lightly just to combine.
  5. Final touches & serve (2 minutes): Give the salad one last gentle toss. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor. If you need to hold it longer, keep the dressing separate and add just before serving to avoid sogginess.

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. Toast nuts carefully to avoid burning. Toss salad gently to avoid bruising arugula and strawberries. Keep dressing separate if preparing ahead to prevent sogginess. Substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar for vegan dressing. Optional add-ins include nuts, cheese, or red onion for extra texture and flavor.

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Keywords: strawberry salad, arugula salad, lemon honey dressing, fresh salad, healthy salad, summer salad, easy salad recipe

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