Nitrate & Nitrite Free Pomegranate & Mint Arugula Salad with Tomatoes
Bright, peppery arugula meets juicy 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 cumin ties every element together with a warm, citrusy edge. Processed deli meats and cured foods are the usual culprits when it comes to sneaky preservatives, but this recipe is built entirely from whole, fresh ingredients — nothing cured, nothing packaged, nothing to second-guess. Every component is exactly what it looks like, from the crisp greens to the hand-squeezed lemon juice. If you want a little extra texture and richness, the optional dry-roasted walnuts add a satisfying crunch without compromising the clean ingredient list. Toss it right before serving so the arugula stays lively and the pomegranate arils keep their jewel-like pop. It's the kind of salad that earns compliments at a dinner party but is honestly easy enough for a Tuesday night.
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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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