Healthy and Delicious Salad

Nowadays, there are such a huge variety of different salads to choose from. They aren't just a dietary meal or a side dish anymore, but a delicious and filling entree. I love the fact that there is pretty much a different kind of salad for any mood you are in... whether you want an asian flare, or a mexican or greek influence... they are all filling and satisfying.

My current favorite salad is really simple and fast to make but still has all the flavor you are looking for and waist friendly. It actually isn't an Italian salad you can find at an Italian restaurant here in Italy, but it does use all the food staples you would find in an Italian kitchen. It also follows the simplicity of Italian dishes where you can take in the full flavor of the few ingredients used. If you want to make this into an entree, just add some grilled chicken breast to it.

Insalata di Rucola

(Arugula Salad)

1 bag of pre-washed arugula

2 tablespoons of yellow raisins

1 tablespoon of crushed almonds

Extra virgin olive oil

Salt

Cracked black pepper

Add all the ingredients together and toss to mix. Drizzle oil, sprinkle salt and add black pepper to your liking.

And that is it! Really simple and quick yet healthy and delicious. The sweetness of the raisins combined with the kick of the arugula and crunch of the almonds is the perfect mixture in your mouth.

I hope you enjoy it as much as I do! =)