Xanthan Gum Free Pomegranate & Mint Arugula Salad with Tomatoes

Bright, peppery arugula meets juicy pomegranate arils, sweet cherry tomatoes, and cool torn mint in a salad that looks stunning and tastes even better. The homemade dressing comes together in seconds — just olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, cumin, salt, and pepper whisked until smooth — so there's no need to reach for a bottled option that might sneak in unwanted additives or thickeners. That matters a lot when you're avoiding xanthan gum, which shows up in a surprising number of store-bought dressings and sauces as a texture agent. Here, the emulsification happens naturally, and the result is a light, tangy coating that lets every ingredient shine. Thinly sliced red onion adds a little bite, and if you want some crunch and richness, a handful of dry-roasted walnuts scattered on top does the job beautifully. This is the kind of salad that works as a quick weeknight side or a showstopper on a dinner party table — no fuss, no compromise.

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