Dr. Zeina Wahbi

Arugula Salad with Dried Fruits and Walnuts by Chef Abeer

Prep Time: 15 minCook Time: 15 minServings: 4Approx. 234.7 kcal per serving

This salad is a highly nutritious and well-balanced meal, combining leafy greens, dried fruits, healthy fats, and a source of protein

A vibrant, nutrient-dense salad that perfectly balances fresh, sweet, and tangy flavors. Crisp arugula and lettuce are paired with naturally sweet dried fruits like dates, figs, apricots, and raisins, then complemented by juicy cherry tomatoes and creamy feta cheese. Crunchy toasted walnuts add texture, while a rich dressing of olive oil, pomegranate molasses, lemon, and a hint of strawberry jam brings everything together with a unique sweet-and-zesty twist.

This salad is not only delicious and satisfying, but also packed with fiber, healthy fats, antioxidants, and natural energy—making it an ideal choice for a wholesome and nourishing meal.

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Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

  • Arugula (chopped): 10 g (½ cup)

  • Lettuce (chopped): 10 g (½ cup)

  • Dates (chopped): 24 g (3 dates)

  • Dried Figs (chopped): 25 g (3 dried figs)

  • Dried Apricots (chopped): 21 g (3 dried apricots)

  • Raisins: 18 g (2 tbsp)

  • Cherry Tomatoes (halved): 120 g (8 cherry tomatoes)

  • Feta Cheese (cubed): 75 g (½ cup)

  • Toasted Walnuts: 15 g (2 tbsp)

Dressing Ingredients

  • Olive Oil: 27 g (2 tbsp)

  • Pomegranate Molasses: 40 g (2 tbsp)

  • Lemon Juice: 15 g (1 tbsp)

  • Salt: 1.5 g (¼ tsp)

  • Spices (mixed or black pepper): 0.5 g (¼ tsp)

  • Strawberry Jam: 7 g (1 tsp)

Instructions

  • Prepare the ingredients
    Wash and dry the arugula and lettuce, then chop if needed.
    Chop the dates, dried figs, and dried apricots into small bite-sized pieces.
    Slice the cherry tomatoes in halves and cube the feta cheese.

  • Assemble the salad
    In a large bowl, add the arugula and lettuce as the base.
    Evenly distribute the chopped dried fruits, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, raisins, and toasted walnuts on top.

  • Prepare the dressing
    In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, pomegranate molasses, lemon juice, strawberry jam, salt, and spices until well combined and slightly emulsified.

  • Combine and serve
    Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving.
    Toss gently to combine all ingredients without breaking the feta.

  • Serve immediately
    Enjoy fresh for the best flavor and texture.

Estimated nutrition

4 servings in this recipe

Calories

234.7 kcal

Protein

4.3 g

Carbohydrate

27.1 g

Fat

13.3 g

More nutrients
Fibre
Not available
Sugars
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Saturated fat
Not available
Sodium
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Cholesterol
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Vitamin C
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Calcium
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Iron
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Potassium
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Magnesium
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Vitamin A
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Vitamin D
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Vitamin E
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Vitamin B12
Not available
Zinc
Not available

Nutrition values are estimates based on the recipe’s ingredients and quantities, and may vary by product and preparation.

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