Bug Salad

Dive into a bold culinary adventure with Bug Salad, a vibrant and nutrient-packed dish that pairs fresh garden greens with sustainably sourced roasted edible crickets. This unique salad combines the crispness of baby spinach, arugula, and cucumber with the juicy burst of cherry tomatoes and the tangy richness of crumbled feta. Topped with crunchy pumpkin seeds (optional) and drizzled in a zesty homemade lemon-honey dressing, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between savory, sweet, and tangy. The roasted crickets, flavored to perfection, add an unexpected yet delightful protein boost, making this salad not only delicious but also eco-friendly and packed with nutrients. Perfect for adventurous eaters or those looking to explore sustainable food options, Bug Salad is a creative way to embrace a modern twist on healthy dining.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Edible crickets (roasted and flavored, if desired)
• 4 cups Baby spinach
• 2 cups Arugula
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 large Cucumber
• 0.25 small Red onion
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.25 cup Pumpkin seeds (optional)
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the vegetables. Rinse and dry the baby spinach and arugula, then place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.

Step 3

Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons, then add them to the salad.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion and mix it into the salad for a hint of sharpness.

Step 5

Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and optional pumpkin seeds over the vegetables.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 7

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss everything gently to combine.

Step 8

Finally, sprinkle the roasted edible crickets evenly over the salad as the star ingredient.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy this sustainable, nutritious, and adventurous dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1213 grams (1213.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2471

Total Fat 155.40g	199%
Saturated Fat 50.00g	250%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.10g
Cholesterol 100mg	33%
Sodium 5095mg	222%
Total Carbohydrate 106.90g	39%
Dietary Fiber 33.80g	121%
Total Sugars 21.50g
Protein 188.70g	377%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1086mg	84%
Iron 40mg	222%
Potassium 5092mg	108%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.2%

Protein: 29.2%

Carbs: 16.6%