Arugula, Capers & Tomato Salad

Arugula is very low-calorie – 100 g of fresh leaves hold just 25 calories. Nonetheless, it has many vital phytochemicals, anti-oxidants, vitamins, and minerals that immensely benefit health. This peppery leaf is also known as Salad Rocket. It combines well with other vegetables like cherry tomatoes to give a delicious salad with capers and pine nuts.You can use walnuts or pecans if you prefer.

Arugula, Capers & Tomato Salad

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Arugula, Capers & Tomato Salad Print Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 bunch arugula
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 2 tbsp capers
• 2 tbsp pine nuts
• 12 pitted olives
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp wine vinegar
• a pinch salt
• 1 tsp sugar

Servings:

Instructions

1. Wash and dry the arugula leaves. Break the larger leaves into smaller pieces.
2. Slice the tomatoes and olives into two halves.
3. Mix the dressing of olive oil, wine vinegar, salt and sugar.
4. Place the arugula, cherry tomatoes, and olives in a bowl.
5. Add the dressing and toss well. Sprinkle the capers and pine nuts and keep aside for a few minutes for the flavors to develop.
6. Serve chilled.