Arugula Walnut Salad

Prep and Cook Time: 10 minutes
Serves 2

Ingredients:
•1 bunch arugula
•2 TBS light vinegar
•1 cup halved grapes
•1/2 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced

Dressing:
•1 TBS walnut oil
•1 TBS fresh lemon juice
•2 TBS chopped fresh parsley
•2 medium cloves garlic, pressed
•Sea salt and black pepper to taste
•1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
•Optional: 2 oz gorgonzola or goat cheese

Directions:
Wash and dry arugula.
1.Press garlic.
2.Slice onion thin.
3.Whisk together the dressing ingredients, adding walnut oil at the end, a little at a time.
4.Combine onions and arugula and toss with dressing. Sprinkle salad with Walnuts just before serving. Top with cheese (optional).

Arugula is an excellent source of vitamins A and C, folic acid, calcium, manganese, and magnesium. It’s also a very good source of potassium, iron, zinc, riboflavin, and copper. Walnuts are one of the best plant sources of protein. They are rich in fiber, B vitamins, magnesium, and antioxidants such as Vitamin E.