Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLuna Blu Ristorante ItalianoInsalata Di Arugula Recipe

Insalata Di Arugula Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Rocket lettuce topped with marinated tomatoes and provolone cheese tossed with our house balsamic vinaigrette

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Marinated Tomatoes

Cheese

Balsamic Vinaigrette

Method

Preparing Marinated Tomatoes

  1. 1

    Step 1: Prepare Tomatoes

    In a medium bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat the tomatoes in the marinade.

  2. 2

    Step 2: Marinate

    Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the tomatoes marinate at room temperature for at least 15 minutes or in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours.

Making Balsamic Vinaigrette

  1. 3

    Step 3: Prepare Vinaigrette

    In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined and emulsified.

Assembling the Salad

  1. 4

    Step 4: Combine Salad Ingredients

    In a large salad bowl, add the arugula and the marinated tomatoes along with any leftover marinade.

  2. 5

    Step 5: Add Cheese

    Tear the provolone cheese into bite-sized pieces and sprinkle over the salad.

  3. 6

    Step 6: Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.

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