Gut Friendly Pomegranate & Mint Arugula Salad with Tomatoes
Bright, jewel-toned, and packed with ingredients your digestive system will genuinely thank you for, this salad is the kind of dish that looks impressive but comes together in minutes. Peppery baby arugula forms the base, layered with juicy cherry tomatoes, ruby pomegranate arils, and torn fresh mint for a combination that's as refreshing as it is vibrant. The simple lemon and olive oil dressing gets a subtle warmth from ground cumin, which has long been appreciated for its digestive-supporting properties, while honey rounds out the acidity without overwhelming the fresh flavors. Pomegranate arils bring a burst of natural sweetness and are loaded with polyphenols that support a healthy gut microbiome, making them more than just a pretty garnish. Red onion adds a gentle bite and acts as a natural prebiotic, feeding the beneficial bacteria your gut relies on. Optional dry-roasted walnuts toss in healthy fats and a satisfying crunch if you want a little extra substance. Everything is whole, unprocessed, and working together — this is feel-good eating that actually tastes like a treat.
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4 servings
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey
- ¼ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
For the salad
- 5 oz baby arugula
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¾ cup pomegranate arils
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, torn
- ¼ cup red onion, very thinly sliced
- ¼ cup walnuts, dry-roasted and roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, cumin, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
- 2
Add the arugula, cherry tomatoes, pomegranate arils, mint, and red onion to a large salad bowl.
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