Rocket and Parmesan Salad Recipe
Fresh, simple and bursting with flavour, Rocket and Parmesan Salad combines peppery rocket leaves, delicate Parmesan shavings and a zesty homemade lemon dressing for a light yet satisfying dish. Ready in under 20 minutes, it's the perfect healthy side salad to serve with grilled meats, seafood, pasta or enjoy as a refreshing lunch. With crisp textures and vibrant flavours, this easy salad is ideal for any occasion. 🥗✨
Equipment
- 1 Large Salad Bowl – Allows plenty of room for gently tossing the ingredients without bruising the rocket leaves.
- 1 Sharp Chef’s Knife Useful for slicing lemons, tomatoes and avocado neatly.
- 1 Chopping Board Provides a safe, stable surface for all your preparation.
- 3 Measuring Spoons Helps ensure the dressing ingredients are perfectly balanced.
- 1 Citrus Juicer – Makes extracting fresh lemon juice quick and efficient.
- 1 Small Mixing Bowl Ideal for whisking together the homemade vinaigrette.
- 1 Small Whisk or Fork: Ensures the dressing emulsifies into a smooth, glossy consistency.
- 1 Vegetable Peeler or Cheese Shaver: Produces delicate Parmesan shavings that look elegant and distribute evenly throughout the salad.
- Salad Servers: Makes tossing and serving the salad easier while keeping the leaves intact.
Ingredients
- 200 g Fresh Rocket Leaves: Fresh rocket provides the signature peppery flavour and crisp texture.
- 90 g Parmesan Cheese: Use a block of Parmesan and shave it yourself.
- 1 Large Lemon: Freshly squeezed lemon juice adds brightness and balances the richness.
- 4 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Choose a high-quality olive oil for the best flavour.
- ½ Teaspoon Sea Salt: Enhances the natural flavours without overpowering the ingredients' freshness.
- ½ Teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper: Adds gentle warmth and complements the peppery rocket leaves.
- 1 Teaspoon Honey: Softens the sharpness of the lemon juice while adding subtle natural sweetness.
- 1 Teaspoon Dijon Mustard: Helps emulsify the dressing while contributing a delicate tangy flavour.
- 40 g Toasted Pine Nuts (Optional): Add a pleasant crunch and slightly buttery, nutty flavour.
- 1 Medium Avocado (Optional): Thinly sliced avocado makes the salad creamier and even more satisfying.
- 150 g Cherry Tomatoes (Optional): Halve cherry tomatoes to introduce sweetness and vibrant colour.
- Fresh Basil Leaves (Optional Garnish0: Adds extra freshness and an attractive finishing touch.