Jarjeer Arugula Salad

Fresh, vibrant, and bursting with Middle Eastern-inspired flavors, this Jarjeer Arugula Salad is the perfect light and refreshing dish for any occasion. Featuring peppery arugula leaves, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp radishes, and delicate slices of red onion, this salad brings together a medley of wholesome vegetables. The zesty dressing, made with fresh lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, and a hint of sumac, offers a tangy kick that enhances every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this easy-to-make salad is an ideal side dish for grilled meats or a quick, healthy lunch. Serve it immediately for maximum freshness and enjoy the authentic taste of jarjeer—a Middle Eastern favorite. Perfect for anyone seeking healthy salad recipes or exploring global-inspired dishes!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Arugula (Jarjeer) leaves
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 3 whole Radishes
• 0.25 whole Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Sumac (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the arugula leaves thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel. Place the leaves in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Slice the cherry tomatoes in halves and add them to the bowl with the arugula.

Step 3

Thinly slice the radishes into rounds and add them to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Peel and thinly slice the red onion into fine strips, then toss them into the salad mix.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and sumac (if using) until well combined to make the dressing.

Step 6

Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients in the bowl and gently toss everything together to coat the vegetables evenly.

Step 7

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preferences.

Step 8

Serve the Jarjeer Arugula Salad immediately, garnished with a sprinkle of sumac for an extra burst of flavor if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	397.6 grams (397.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	444

Total Fat 41.70g	53%
Saturated Fat 5.80g	29%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1514mg	66%
Total Carbohydrate 18.00g	7%
Dietary Fiber 4.80g	17%
Total Sugars 10.40g
Protein 4.80g	10%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 208mg	16%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 898mg	19%

*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: 80.5%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 15.4%