This spinach arugula salad is a staple in our household, finding its place on our table at least three times a week. The combination of fresh spinach and peppery arugula creates a vibrant base, while the simple lemon vinaigrette and fresh herbs add a bright, zesty touch.

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This Spinach Arugula salad is incredibly versatile, serving as the perfect side dish for dinner or transforming into a light and healthy savory breakfast when topped with a couple of soft-boiled eggs. And the best part? It takes just 5 minutes to toss together, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights. Give it a try tonight – I’m confident that this spinach arugula salad will quickly become a favorite in your home too!

Ingredients:

5 fresh green onions, chopped
1 small Shallot, thinly sliced
1/4 cup Italian Parsley, chopped
2 cups Fresh Arugula (the base of this spinach arugula salad)
2 cups Fresh Spinach, chopped
5 tbsp Olive Oil
1 small Lemon
1 tbsp Coarse French Grey Salt

How to make this Spinach Arugula Salad:

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and juice from the lemon and set aside.
Roughly chop the spinach, then finely chop the green onions and Italian parsley. Then thinly slice the shallot.
In a large bowl, combine the arugula, spinach, green onions, shallot, and Italian parsley.
Pour the olive oil/lemon juice mixture over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
Add the coarse grey salt and lightly toss to coat the salad.
Serve immediately while the greens are fresh and crisp.

Optional Add-Ins:

A few add-ins that my family loves with our spinach arugula salads:

Soft boiled eggs
Avocado Chunks
Blue Cheese
Feta Cheese
Thin Sliced Parmesan Cheese
Homemade Croutons
Pumpkin Seeds

The beauty of this salad lies in its simplicity, so feel free to experiment and make it your own!

This spinach arugula salad is a testament to the fact that simple ingredients, when combined thoughtfully, can create a dish that’s both delicious and versatile. Its fresh, vibrant flavors and quick preparation make it an ideal option for any meal, any time of day.

Spinach Arugula Salad

5.0 from 1 vote

Course: AppetizersCuisine: MediterraneanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

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Prep time

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Cooking time

minutes

Total time

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This Spinach Arugula Salad is light, refreshing, wholesome, and SO easy to throw together.

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Ingredients

5 fresh green onions, chopped
1 small Shallot, thinly sliced
1/4 cup Italian Parsley, chopped
2 cups Fresh Arugula
2 cups Fresh Spinach, chopped
5 tbsp Olive Oil
1 small Lemon
1 tbsp Coarse French Grey Salt

Directions

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and juice from the lemon and set aside.
Roughly chop the spinach, then finely chop the green onions and Italian parsley. Then thinly slice the shallot.
In a large salad bowl, combine the arugula, spinach, green onions, shallot, and Italian parsley.
Pour the olive oil/lemon juice mixture over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
Add the coarse grey salt and lightly toss to coat the salad.
Serve immediately while the greens are fresh and crisp.

Notes

Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.
This salad is delicious on its own, but you can also add other ingredients like toasted nuts, crumbled cheese, or dried cranberries.
This salad is best served fresh. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.