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    Home » Middle Eastern » Best BBQ Side dish; Arugula and Red Onion Salad

    Best BBQ Side dish; Arugula and Red Onion Salad

    Published: Jul 1, 2019 · Modified: Jul 1, 2019 by Amira · This post may contain affiliate links which won’t change your price but will share some commission.

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    Arugula salad is an interesting side dish for summer bbq. An easy barbecue side dish that goes very well with bbq chicken or beef and it requires just a handful of ingredients.

    A white serving bowl with arugula salad with some pita bread on the side

    Arugula Salad

    Arugula, I hated it when I was a little kid. I seriously surprise myself as I get older of how many things I used to hate but now love!! My mom just tried convincing my kids to eat arugula.my oldest (the classic) refused to even try. My other two tried and the youngest kept running through the home saying how could even people eat this!!
    I get it, most kids cannot eat arugula, it has s lightly bitter taste so it is not their favorite. Arugula is very popular in the Mediterranean recipes, in fact my mom eats arugula almost daily... breakfast, lunch or at dinner.
    This simple arugula salad is a staple side dish for bbq dishes. It is always served in restaurants with kebabs and kofta kebabs. Parsley is also used in this recipe. Parsley is another staple green that is usually served with BBQ dishes, it is believed to help with digestion.

    A white serving bowl with arugula onion salad with some pita and grilled chicken on the side

    What are the health benefits of arugula?

    I was brought up with the idea that arugula is a super food.. and it is. Arugula is a nutrient-dense food, high in fiber and vital nutrients but low in calories, sugar and carbohydrates. Source.

    What do you serve at a BBQ party?

    Usually greens and vegetables are very desirable in a bbq party. For a more Middle Eastern style try making, baba ganoush, tahini, hummus and tabouli. Also a chickpea salad or a simple couscous salad will be very filling with your bbq meats.

    Is spinach or arugula better for you?

    Both are good for you food. Spinach has more vitamin A, C, K, folate, potassium, magnesium, manganese, and iron while arugula is higher in calcium. Although spinach is slightly better for you I do not really recommend it in this salad as it is traditionally made with arugula and I believe tastes better. Source.

    A hand holding a piece of pita bread with grilled chicken and arugula salad.

    How to make arugula salad

    Making this arugula salad is dead simple. You cannot go wrong with this salad, my only advice to you is to serve immediately to prevent welting.

    Step by step photos for making arugula salad
    • Place onion rings in cold water to cover and let it set for about 10 minutes. This helps is reducing the sharp taste of raw onions.
    • Drain onions well, place in a deep bowl then sprinkle with sumac and mix well.
    • Mix the dressing ingredients.
    • Add the greens to the onion then pur the dressing over tossing to coat evenly. Serve immediately with your grilled meats.
    A blue plate with some grilled chicken and arugula salad with some hummus put in a small black bowl on the side.
    A white serving bowl with arugula salad with some pita bread on the side

    Arugula onion salad

    An easy and simple side dish for your bbq party.
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    Course: Salad, Side Dish
    Cuisine: Mediterranean
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 31.5kcal
    Author: Amira

    Ingredients

    • 1 Large (300g) red onion thinly sliced.
    • 1 bunch (45g) parsley chopped.
    • 2 cups (50g) baby arugula.
    • 1 Tablespoon ground sumac.
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste.
    • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper.
    • 1 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar.
    • 1 Tablespoon olive oil.

    Instructions

    • Place onion rings in a bowl and cover with cold tap water. Let it set for 10 minutes.
    • Drain onions and place in a big bowl.
    • Add sumac and mix well with onions.
    • Add chopped parsley, arugula and the rest of the ingredients.
    • Toss well to combine.
    • Serve immediately with various grilled meats.

    Notes

    Nutrition Facts
    Arugula onion salad
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 31.5 Calories from Fat 22
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 2.4g4%
    Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
    Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
    Monounsaturated Fat 1.7g
    Sodium 200.8mg9%
    Potassium 99.6mg3%
    Carbohydrates 2.3g1%
    Fiber 0.7g3%
    Sugar 0.9g1%
    Protein 0.6g1%
    Vitamin A 830IU17%
    Calcium 28mg3%
    Iron 0.7mg4%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 31.5kcal | Carbohydrates: 2.3g | Protein: 0.6g | Fat: 2.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1.7g | Sodium: 200.8mg | Potassium: 99.6mg | Fiber: 0.7g | Sugar: 0.9g | Vitamin A: 830IU | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 0.7mg
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    I’m overjoyed that you have stopped by! My hope is to introduce you to new flavors, creative ways and fresh takes on favorites. To help you create food with style that will bring everyone around your kitchen table. From weeknight dinners for crazy busy days to desserts with the “wow” factor, and classic comforts from the Mediterranean. One thing in common, they are all recipes that have been tried and tested by family and friends.

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    1. Roberta Cwiertnia

      June 19, 2021 at 9:28 am

      5 stars
      This was so totally awesome. I made my first Mezza.... with Kofta meatballs and this. WOW !!! Did not have sumac and used Zaatar instead. Do NOT miss adding this to your meals

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      • Amira

        July 13, 2021 at 8:03 pm

        Thank you so much, I am happy you liked it.

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    2. John @ Kitchen Riffs

      July 03, 2019 at 8:00 am

      Neat salad! Love arugula, and this is a great way to use it. Thanks!

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