Italian rocket salad recipe

Italian Rocket Salad recipe

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This Italian rocket salad recipe is a simple yet flavorful dish that highlights the peppery taste of arugula. Made with fresh rocket leaves, cherry tomatoes, and shaved Parmesan cheese, this salad is a refreshing addition to any meal. The tangy lemon dressing adds a zesty kick, while the toasted pine nuts provide a delightful crunch. Perfect as a side dish or a light lunch option, this salad is a delicious way to incorporate healthy greens into your diet.

Keywords: Italian, rocket salad, arugula, Parmesan cheese, lemon dressing

Italian rocket salad recipe details

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Ingredients

125 g	rocket
1 pack(s)	mozzarella cheese, diced
2 tbsp	walnuts, chopped
50 g	bacon, diced
1 clove(s)	garlic, minced
80 g	sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and diced
	thyme, chopped
	rosemary, chopped
	cilantro, chopped
	salt and freshly ground black pepper
125 g	cherry tomatoes, halved
1 tbsp	vinegar
2 tbsp	oil
1 tsp	mild mustard
1 tsp	hot mustard
1 pinch(es)	horseradish, grated

Instructions

In a pan, fry the bacon until golden and crispy. Add the garlic and the sun-dried tomatoes and fry for 3-4 minutes. Season with thyme, rosemary, cilantro and pepper.

Transfer into a bowl and add the rocket, the Mozzarella cheese and the cherry tomatoes.

Whisk together the vinegar, oil, mustard and horseradish. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add to the salad and toss well.

Serve sprinkled with the walnuts.

Preparation time:
ca. 15 min
Cooking / Baking Time:
ca. 10 min
Grade of difficulty:
medium
Calories per portion:
n/a