Simple Arugula Salad

Ingredients:

Organic Arugula

Maui Onion

Kalamata Olives (Optional)

Freshly Shredded Cheese (Cheddar, Parmesan, any hard cheese, optional)

Olive Oil

Peach Balsamic (or any balsamic vinegar) or Lemon Juice

Lemon Zest

Salt

Directions:

Rinse arugula and cover with wet paper towels with thinly sliced Maui onion.

Place in fridge for at least one hour to crisp.

To serve, directly salt the greens, add olive oil and balsamic or lemon juice, toss and finally add cheese and olives (both optional).

This is a great, simple side salad for rich pastas or heavier meats; it's extremely versatile. It's fresh, peppery and sexy.

Add lemon zest for freshness.

For a heartier salad, I add a white shredded cheese such as Dubliner or a wonderful Parmesan.