Arugula w/ Golden Vinaigrette

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 TBSP brown mustard
1 tsp ground turmeric
pinch of pure salt
freshly ground black pepper

• Whisk all ingredients together and toss with salad greens (pictured here with baby arugula).

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SIDE NOTES:

~ A salad doesn’t have to be fancy and time-consuming to make. This is a great example of how a few handfuls of greens with the right dressing can be absolutely extraordinary. I am in love with this simple salad.

~ Turmeric (one of the primary spices that make up curry powder) has a long list of health attributes, most notably its amazing, anti-inflammatory effect. Although it’s only come into vogue over the past few years, it’s been used as a remedy by ancient healers for thousands of years.

~ This dressing pairs extremely well with arugula – but of course, you can use any salad greens you’d like. If you’re unfamiliar with it, arugula has a nice, peppery bite.

~ If it’s easier, you can put all the dressing ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid, and shake vigorously instead of whisking.

~ I sometimes steam the arugula first and then drizzle the dressing over the wilted greens.

~ Adapted from The Ultrametabolism cookbook.

ENJOY!

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