Arugula Salad With Pomegranate, Avocado and Goat Cheese

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
23%
Arugula Salad With Pomegranate, Avocado and Goat Cheese
45 min.
2
374kcal

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This arugula salad is a delightful combination of flavors and textures. The peppery arugula is balanced by the creamy avocado and tangy goat cheese, while the pomegranate seeds add a burst of sweetness and a crunchy texture. The balsamic vinegar and pomegranate molasses in the dressing bring it all together, creating a salad that's both refreshing and satisfying.

It's a simple recipe that comes together in just 45 minutes, making it a great choice for a quick and healthy side dish or starter. It's also vegetarian and gluten-free, so it's perfect for those with dietary restrictions. The avocado and olive oil provide healthy fats, while the arugula and pomegranate seeds are packed with antioxidants and vitamins, making this salad a nutritious and delicious option.

This salad is also highly customizable. You can add more or less of any ingredient to suit your taste, and even throw in some extra veggies like sliced cucumbers or cherry tomatoes. You could also add some grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a heartier main course. So, whether you're looking for a quick and easy side dish or a flavorful and healthy main course, this arugula salad is a great choice.

Ingredients

  •  avocado sliced
  • large handfuls baby arugula 
  • 0.5 Tb balsamic vinegar fresh to taste
  • Tb cilantro leaves chopped
  • 0.3 cup goat cheese 
  • Tb olive oil 
  • teaspoon pomegranate molasses 
  •  pomegranate seeds 
  • servings pepper black freshly ground

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Toss the salad ingredients in a medium bowl.In a smaller bowl, mix the dressing ingredients and pour over the salad.
  2. Sprinkle with course salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories374kcal
Protein8.02%
Fat80.35%
Carbs11.63%

Properties

Glycemic Index
126.5
Glycemic Load
1.32
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
14.679130434783%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.33mg
Epicatechin
0.37mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.15mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.86mg
Kaempferol
6.98mg
Quercetin
1.9mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:374.14kcal
18.71%
Fat:34.91g
53.7%
Saturated Fat:8.23g
51.43%
Carbohydrates:11.37g
3.79%
Net Carbohydrates:4.23g
1.54%
Sugar:2.93g
3.25%
Cholesterol:13.05mg
4.35%
Sodium:118.38mg
5.15%
Protein:7.84g
15.68%
Vitamin K:54.03µg
51.46%
Fiber:7.14g
28.54%
Vitamin E:4.26mg
28.37%
Folate:104.98µg
26.24%
Copper:0.42mg
20.96%
Vitamin A:955.48IU
19.11%
Vitamin B6:0.35mg
17.29%
Vitamin B5:1.68mg
16.85%
Potassium:580.04mg
16.57%
Vitamin C:13.31mg
16.14%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.14%
Phosphorus:136.87mg
13.69%
Manganese:0.26mg
12.85%
Magnesium:44.01mg
11%
Vitamin B3:1.94mg
9.71%
Calcium:85.95mg
8.6%
Iron:1.51mg
8.41%
Zinc:1.01mg
6.73%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.48%
Selenium:1.27µg
1.82%
Source:Foodista