Description
This Mediterranean Arugula Salad is a refreshing, tangy side dish packed with vibrant flavors. Featuring peppery arugula, sharp red onions softened in water, bright parsley, and a zesty sumac and olive oil dressing, it pairs perfectly with grilled meats or stands alone as a light, healthy salad.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 Large (300g) red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 bunch (45g) parsley, chopped
- 2 cups (50g) baby arugula
Seasonings & Dressing
- 1 Tablespoon ground sumac
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoons white vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Soak Onions: Place the thinly sliced red onion rings in a bowl and cover them with cold tap water. Let them soak for 10 minutes to mellow the sharpness.
- Drain Onions: Drain the water from the onions and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
- Add Sumac: Sprinkle the ground sumac over the onions and stir well to evenly coat and infuse them with its tangy flavor.
- Add Greens and Season: Add the chopped parsley and baby arugula to the bowl along with salt, black pepper, white vinegar, and olive oil.
- Toss the Salad: Toss all ingredients thoroughly to combine and ensure the dressing evenly coats the greens and onions.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately, ideally alongside various grilled meats for a complete Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Notes
- Soaking onions in cold water reduces their pungency for a milder flavor.
- Sumac adds a unique lemony tang characteristic of Mediterranean cuisine.
- For best flavor, prepare and serve the salad fresh.
- This salad can be adjusted to taste by varying salt and vinegar amounts.
- Pair with grilled chicken, lamb, or fish for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
