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Arugula salad made with white beans, tomatoes, parmesan cheese and pine nuts.
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Arugula Salad

This arugula salad is made with white beans, tomatoes, red onion, shaved parmesan cheese and pine nuts, all tossed in a lemon dressing. A bright and vibrant salad that makes the perfect side dish or lighter main course.
Course Salad
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 256kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

For the salad

  • 4 cups arugula
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cannellini beans rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese shaved
  • 2 tablespoons pine nuts toasted
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

For the dressing

  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Place the arugula, cherry tomatoes, beans, onion, parmesan cheese and pine nuts in a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, salt and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 256kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 321mg | Potassium: 210mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 755IU | Vitamin C: 15.1mg | Calcium: 211mg | Iron: 2mg