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Rocket salad with Parmesan shavings on a white plate.
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Easy Rocket Salad with Parmesan

A simple rocket salad with Parmesan shavings and a tangy balsamic dressing! It's healthy, nutritious, and very tasty.
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine British
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 198kcal
Author Beth Sachs

Equipment

  • Salad Spinner
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Measuring Jug
  • Small Whisk
  • Knife
  • Chopping Board

Ingredients

Metric - US Customary
  • 80 g Rocket washed and dried
  • 20 g Parmesan shavings

Dressing

  • 2 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar
  • 2 teaspoon Honey
  • 1 Garlic Clove peeled and crushed
  • 5 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • ½ teaspoon Sea Salt
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

  • Whisk the dressing ingredients together in a jug.
    2 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar, 2 teaspoon Honey, 1 Garlic Clove, 5 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil, ½ teaspoon Sea Salt, ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • Place the rocket leaves in a serving bowl or platter and drizzle on the dressing.
    80 g Rocket
  • Scatter over the Parmesan shavings and serve.
    20 g Parmesan

Notes

Expert Tips:
  • Save time and whisk up the salad dressing the night before and store it in the fridge.
  • Add the dressing just before serving to prevent the rocket leaves from becoming soggy.
  • To make the parmesan shavings, use a vegetable peeler to shave thin slices off a block of parmesan cheese.
 
Variations:
  • Add sliced pears and walnuts for rocket pear and walnut salad.
  • Sprinkle over toasted pine nut for crunch.
  • Swap the balsamic vinegar for cider vinegar or red wine vinegar, or use freshly squeezed lemon juice instead.
  • Serve the salad as the base of a Mediterranean salad bowl and top with sun-dried tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, and sliced avocado
  • To make this salad a full meal, add some cooked chicken, cooked beetroot, or honey glazed salmon.
  • Swap the Parmesan for blue cheese or goat's cheese.
  • Add some sliced strawberries or dried cranberries for a touch of sweetness.
  • Use a different type of dressing, such as a lemon vinaigrette or a creamy garlic dressing.
  • Mix in some fresh herbs such as basil or parsley for extra flavour.
 
Storage:
Do not dress the salad until just before serving, as the dressing can make the leaves wilt. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
 
Nutrition:
The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
 
 
 
Nutrition Facts
Easy Rocket Salad with Parmesan
Amount per Serving
Calories
198
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
19
g
29
%
Saturated Fat
 
3
g
19
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
13
g
Cholesterol
 
3
mg
1
%
Sodium
 
379
mg
16
%
Potassium
 
94
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
 
5
g
2
%
Fiber
 
0.4
g
2
%
Sugar
 
5
g
6
%
Protein
 
2
g
4
%
Vitamin A
 
514
IU
10
%
Vitamin C
 
3
mg
4
%
Calcium
 
96
mg
10
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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