Lupin Free Pomegranate & Mint Arugula Salad with Tomatoes
Bright, peppery arugula meets jewel-like pomegranate arils and sweet cherry tomatoes in a salad that looks stunning on the table and comes together in minutes. The torn fresh mint adds an unexpected lift, while a simple whisked dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and a touch of cumin ties every element together beautifully. Lupin — a legume increasingly found in gluten-free flours, pasta, and packaged salad kits — has zero place in this bowl, so you can toss and serve with complete confidence. Every ingredient here is straightforward and whole, which is exactly what makes this kind of recipe so reliable when you need to avoid hidden additives. The optional dry-roasted walnuts add a satisfying crunch if you want a little extra texture, but the salad is equally vibrant without them. It works as a light lunch on its own or as a fresh, colorful side alongside grilled proteins or grain dishes.
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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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