Arugula Goat Cheese Salad – Finest Grillhaton

🛒 Ingredients

5 oz Baby arugula (Washed & bone-dry)

4 oz Goat cheese (Fresh soft log, crumbled)

3 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil

1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice

1 tsp Dijon mustard

½ tsp Honey or maple (Optional sweetness)

Kosher salt & pepper To taste (Fresh-ground pepper = pop)

Toasted nuts, fruit, grilled chicken, etc. (as desired)

👨‍🍳 5-Step Method

Dry the Greens

Rinse and spin arugula totally dry. Damp leaves = soggy salad.

Shake the Vinaigrette

In a jar: olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon, honey, salt, pepper. Shake until creamy.

Toss Lightly

Drizzle half the dressing over arugula in a bowl; toss just to coat

Add Cheese & Extras

Crumble goat cheese over the top. Sprinkle toasted walnuts or sliced strawberries if you like contrast.

Finish & Serve

Plate, drizzle the last splash of dressing, grind a touch more pepper. Eat immediately.

Arugula Goat Cheese Salad (15-Min)