Arugula Salsa Verde

Gluten Free
Arugula Salsa Verde
5 min.
12
36kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your appetizer game? This vibrant Arugula Salsa Verde is the perfect accompaniment to any antipasti platter or can be enjoyed as a refreshing starter at your next gathering. Packed with fresh, peppery arugula and zesty lemon, this tangy salsa is not only a feast for your taste buds but also a visual delight with its lush green color.

With just a handful of ingredients, including capers for a touch of brininess and Parmesan for a creamy depth, this recipe comes together in a mere 5 minutes. Perfect for when you're short on time but still want to impress your guests. Plus, it's gluten-free, making it a thoughtful option for those with dietary restrictions.

This versatile salsa can be enjoyed in various ways—serve it as a dip with crusty bread, drizzle it over grilled vegetables, or use it as a zesty topping for seafood or meats. The optional addition of ripe plum tomatoes adds a splash of color and sweetness, making it even more delightful.

Get ready to dip, spread, or drizzle your way to culinary bliss with this Arugula Salsa Verde—your guests will be coming back for more!

Ingredients

  • cups arugula leaves finely chopped
  • tablespoon capers finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup coarse breadcrumbs fresh
  •  garlic clove finely chopped
  • small lemon zest finely grated
  • 0.8 cup olive oil extra-virgin plus more
  • 0.3 cup parmesan finely grated
  •  plum tomatoes finely chopped
  • tablespoon red wine vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • wooden spoon

Directions

  1. Mix tomatoes, lemon zest, garlic, arugula, breadcrumbs, capers, and vinegar in a small bowl. Using a wooden spoon, slowly mix in 3/4 cup oil, then Parmesan.
  2. Pour a little oil on surface to keep salsa from discoloring.

Nutrition Facts

Calories36kcal
Protein10.82%
Fat80.02%
Carbs9.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.58
Glycemic Load
0.18
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
1.6926087053574%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.07mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.22mg
Kaempferol
2.63mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.61mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:36.14kcal
1.81%
Fat:3.3g
5.08%
Saturated Fat:0.72g
4.52%
Carbohydrates:0.85g
0.28%
Net Carbohydrates:0.57g
0.21%
Sugar:0.42g
0.46%
Cholesterol:1.42mg
0.47%
Sodium:2411.71mg
104.86%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1g
2.01%
Vitamin K:8.1µg
7.71%
Vitamin A:222.19IU
4.44%
Calcium:36.65mg
3.67%
Vitamin C:2.92mg
3.54%
Vitamin E:0.48mg
3.19%
Phosphorus:20.15mg
2.01%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.98%
Folate:6.77µg
1.69%
Potassium:47.93mg
1.37%
Magnesium:4.87mg
1.22%
Fiber:0.28g
1.13%
Source:Epicurious