There’s something about a simple, well-balanced salad that feels effortlessly elevated—fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and just the right mix of textures in every bite. This is exactly that kind of dish.

Peppery arugula is layered with crisp, golden bites, savory depth, and a bright squeeze of lemon that ties everything together beautifully. Each element brings something different—freshness, richness, crunch—creating a salad that feels anything but ordinary.

It’s the kind of recipe that works just as well as a light lunch as it does a side for a more elevated dinner spread. Fresh, vibrant, and full of flavor, it’s proof that simple ingredients can come together in a way that feels truly special.

Serves: 2

Ingredients

2 cups of arugula

1 1/2 tablespoons shaved parmesan cheese

3 slices of prosciutto

2 tablespoons croutons (your favorite ones, or feel free to make your own)

1/2 teaspoon salt

Pinch of pepper

1 small lemon, halved and juiced

1-2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil

oil for sauteing

Instructions

In a small mixing bowl add extra virgin olive oil, juice of lemon, salt and pepper. Whisk dressing together and set aside. Heat up a small sauté pan with oil and add prosciutto. Cook prosciutto for about five minutes, or until prosciutto gets crispy. Once the prosciutto gets crispy, take pan off heat. On a cutting board roughly chop prosciutto. Set aside chopped up prosciutto. In a salad bowl, add arugula, shaved parmesan cheese, chopped prosciutto and croutons. Lastly, pour dressing over salad and toss until dressing is combined. Serve and enjoy!