Tree Nut Free Pomegranate & Mint Arugula Salad with Tomatoes
Peppery arugula, jewel-bright pomegranate arils, and a handful of fresh mint come together in a salad that looks stunning on the table and tastes even better than it looks. The lemon-cumin dressing is whisked together in minutes and brings a bright, slightly smoky edge that ties every element together beautifully. Cherry tomatoes add a juicy pop of sweetness, while thinly sliced red onion gives just enough bite to keep things interesting. For anyone navigating tree nut concerns, the walnuts listed are explicitly optional ā the salad is completely satisfying and fully flavored without them, so you can leave them out without losing anything. This is the kind of dish that works as a light lunch, a dinner party starter, or a vibrant side next to grilled proteins. Everything comes from straightforward, whole ingredients with no hidden surprises lurking in a bottled sauce or spice blend. Toss it right before serving so the arugula stays crisp and the pomegranate arils glisten like little rubies.
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4 servings
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey
- Ā¼ tsp ground cumin
- Ā¼ tsp salt
- ā tsp black pepper
For the salad
- 5 oz baby arugula
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Ā¾ cup pomegranate arils
- Ā¼ cup fresh mint leaves, torn
- Ā¼ cup red onion, very thinly sliced
- Ā¼ cup walnuts, dry-roasted and roughly chopped (optional)
Can be omittedwalnuts
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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