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Simple Arugula Summer Salad

8/26/2013

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Simple, refreshing & oh so healthy!  You can throw this salad together in no time flat with just a bag or box of organic arugula, the juice of 1/2 a grapefruit, shredded Parmesan cheese and a little olive oil . I adapted it from a raw kale salad I make pretty often & the results with the arugula were equally as good, if not better. In fact, my biggest recipe fan & critic (my boyfriend) was the one who requested I try substituting arugula for the kale.  Good suggestion Manny! Hope you enjoy it too ;)

How to make it:

~1 bag or box of organic Arugula ( usually 5 - 8 oz box/bag)
~Juice of 1/2 of a ruby red grapefruit
~1/4 cup of olive oil
~1/4 cup of shredded Parmesan
~2 TBSP of finely chopped shallots (optional, I've made it with and without and they are both good)


1. Get a large mixing bowl and toss the Arugula into the bowl.
2. Whisk together the grapefruit juice & olive oil in a small bowl. (If using shallots whisk those in too)
3. Pour grapefruit juice & olive oil mixture over arugula.
4. Toss gently with tongs.
5. Add Parmesan cheese & toss again.


You can chill it in the fridge for a bit before serving or serve immediately, your choice.

Easy as that! Serve it up with a slice of grapefruit as garnish & enjoy!

 
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Arugula ~ AKA~ Eruca Sativa & Rocket Salad ~is a leafy green that is in the same family as Kale, Cabbage & mustard greens.  It has a wonderful peppery spiciness to it and it hailed for its cleansing/detoxifying/cooling effects. It's bitterness is balanced by the sweet/sour taste of the grapefruit juice in this recipe. It is loaded with antioxidants, Vitamins A, C & K, phytochemicals & minerals, including folate. A great addition to your summer menu as it has hydrating & cooling properties.
Grapefruit ~ AKA~ Citrus paradisi~ loaded with Vitamin C, which helps boost the immune system.  So fitting its scientific name represents paradise, as that's where the fruit originated, in the Caribbean. This jewel of a fruit is also packed with Vitamin A, beta-carotene & Lycopene. The Lycopene is what is responsible for the pink color of the flesh of the fruit.  Lycopene also gives the body a natural protection against UV rays from the sun as well as helps protect men from prostate cancer.
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references: 
http://www.nutrition-and-you.com/arugula.html
http://www.fullcircle.com/goodfoodlife/2012/05/21/why-you-should-be-eating-more-arugula/
http://www.nutrition-and-you.com/grapefruit.html
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    Jamie Rollins

    Lover of animals, nature, food & people.  A bit of a hippie dippy at heart who enjoys cooking, traveling, volleyball, yoga & painting. I'm also a Deep Yoga instructor and an RN who is passionate about health, nutrition & empowering others to take charge of their wellness.  I love a good adventure and so far this life has not disappointed.  I want to use this blog to share recipes of mine and of others, quotes, health news and anything else that peaks my interest. Enjoy! Namaste friends~

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