Hazelnut Free Pomegranate & Mint Arugula Salad with Tomatoes
Bright, peppery arugula meets jewel-like pomegranate arils and fresh mint in a salad that looks stunning on the table and comes together in minutes. The lemon-cumin dressing — just olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, and a pinch of spice — ties everything together with a tangy, lightly sweet finish that makes every bite pop. Cherry tomatoes add a juicy burst of color, while thinly sliced red onion gives the whole bowl a gentle sharpness that keeps things interesting. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies, this kind of vibrant, restaurant-worthy salad can feel hard to find since so many dressed greens sneak in hazelnut oil or hazelnut-based vinaigrettes — here, every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify. The optional walnuts are a separate, clearly labeled add-on, so it's simple to leave them out and still have a completely satisfying dish. Serve it immediately after tossing so the arugula stays crisp and the dressing stays bright — this one is best eaten fresh.
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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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