When it is hot like it is outside I don’t want to fire up my stove! Nothing is better on a hot day than ice-cold water and a refreshing summer salad.  This salad plays on the salty and sweet flavor combination (which is probably my favorite combo).

This salad is a hit every time I make it and I hope you and your family enjoy it too.  This salad should yield two servings BUT depending on how big your hands are; you might have leftovers!

You will need:

3 handfuls of Baby Arugula

1/4 cup of quartered grape tomatoes

2 Golden delicious apples peeled and diced into one-inch cubes

1 small red onion diced

2 cups of really good parmesan cheese (More for garnish)

Balsamic Vinegar glaze for the dressing

Optional: Protein of your choice; I’ve roasted salmon, shrimp, and chicken and put it into this salad.