Packed Arugula Salad with Avocado and Cannellini Beans
This Nourishing Protein-Packed Arugula Salad is a quick and satisfying meal that’s perfect for a healthy lifestyle. With a base of fresh arugula, it’s loaded with creamy avocado, protein-rich cannellini beans, and hard-boiled eggs for a complete, balanced dish. Sweet cherry tomatoes and kalamata olives add a burst of flavor, while a simple lemon and olive oil dressing ties it all together. This salad is not only delicious but also a refreshing option for a light lunch or dinner. Easy to prepare and full of nutrients, it’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe rotation!
Ingredients:
– 4 cups fresh arugula
– 1 ripe avocado, sliced
– 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
– 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
– 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
– 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
– 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
– Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Base: Place the fresh arugula in a large salad bowl.
2. Add the Toppings: Arrange the sliced avocado, cannellini beans, hard-boiled eggs, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, and red onion on top of the arugula.
3. Dress the Salad: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Toss and Serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine. Serve immediately and enjoy this nourishing, protein-packed meal!