Wheat Free Pomegranate & Mint Arugula Salad with Tomatoes
Peppery arugula, juicy pomegranate arils, and bright cherry tomatoes come together in a salad that looks stunning on the table and tastes even better than it looks. The torn fresh mint adds an unexpected lift that makes every bite feel refreshing, while the thinly sliced red onion gives it just enough bite to keep things interesting. A simple whisked dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and a touch of cumin ties everything together with a warm, citrusy depth that feels anything but ordinary. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of wheat and gluten-containing grains, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out — it just works as written. For anyone who finds grain-free eating can sometimes feel restrictive or heavy, this salad is a reminder that a bowl of whole, vibrant ingredients can be genuinely satisfying. The optional dry-roasted walnuts add a welcome crunch and a little richness if you want to make it more substantial. Toss it together right before serving and it's ready to impress in minutes.
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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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