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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Looking for a fresh and vibrant salad that bursts with flavor? Look no further than this delightful Arugula, Blood Orange, and Blue Cheese Salad! Perfectly blending peppery arugula with the sweet and tangy notes of blood oranges, this salad not only pleases the palate but also provides a feast for the eyes.

The distinctive sweetness of blood oranges elevates the taste experience, offering a stunning contrast to the rich, creamy blue cheese. A simple dressing made of fresh lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil ties everything together beautifully, creating a dish that is both satisfying and nutritious. Plus, with its vegetarian and gluten-free features, this salad is an excellent choice for a variety of dietary preferences.

This salad is ideal for any occasion—whether you’re serving it as a starter for a dinner party, a colorful side dish for your next barbecue, or simply as a healthy snack to enjoy throughout the day. It takes just 45 minutes to prepare and can easily serve six people, making it a perfect addition to your cooking repertoire.

Bring a touch of elegance to your table with this easy-to-make salad that’s packed with nutrients and flavor. Your guests will be impressed, and you're sure to go back for seconds!

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