Arugula, Blood Orange, and Blue Cheese Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Arugula, Blood Orange, and Blue Cheese Salad
45 min.
6
124kcal

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Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Arugula, Blood Orange, and Blue Cheese Salad! Perfectly balancing the peppery notes of fresh arugula with the sweet tartness of juicy blood oranges and the rich creaminess of crumbled blue cheese, this salad is not just a side, but a standout dish that will captivate your guests.

Whether you're looking for a stunning starter for a dinner party or a refreshing snack for a warm afternoon, this salad is versatile enough to fit any occasion. The bright colors of the blood oranges combined with the verdant greens of arugula create an eye-catching presentation that’s sure to impress. Plus, it’s vegetarian and gluten-free, making it an inclusive option for everyone at your table.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this delightful dish that boasts only 124 calories per serving, making it a healthy addition to any meal. The harmonious blend of flavors and textures—from the zestiness of fresh lemon to the luxurious mouthfeel of olive oil—makes this salad a true flavor fiesta. So, if you’re ready to explore a salad that brings sophistication to simplicity, let’s dive into the recipe and savor every bite!

Ingredients

  •  blood oranges 
  • 0.5 cup cheese blue crumbled
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Combine arugula and cheese in large bowl.
  2. Remove peel and white pith from oranges.
  3. Cut between orange membranes to release segments into bowl with arugula and cheese.
  4. Pour oil and lemon juice over; toss to blend. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories124kcal
Protein7.87%
Fat87.45%
Carbs4.68%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.58
Glycemic Load
0.24
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.3886956319861%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.5mg
Hesperetin
2.65mg
Naringenin
0.8mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:123.55kcal
6.18%
Fat:12.26g
18.86%
Saturated Fat:3.35g
20.94%
Carbohydrates:1.48g
0.49%
Net Carbohydrates:1.34g
0.49%
Sugar:0.72g
0.8%
Cholesterol:8.44mg
2.81%
Sodium:129.66mg
5.64%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.48g
4.97%
Vitamin E:1.35mg
8.98%
Vitamin C:6.24mg
7.56%
Calcium:61.83mg
6.18%
Vitamin K:5.69µg
5.42%
Phosphorus:44.96mg
4.5%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.72%
Selenium:1.66µg
2.38%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.29%
Vitamin B5:0.22mg
2.19%
Zinc:0.31mg
2.05%
Vitamin A:96.2IU
1.92%
Folate:7.38µg
1.85%
Potassium:47.21mg
1.35%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.3%
Source:Epicurious