Legume Free Pomegranate & Mint Watercress Salad
This vibrant salad is a feast for the eyes before it even hits the table — peppery watercress, jewel-bright pomegranate arils, cool cucumber rounds, and torn fresh mint all come together in one stunning bowl. The toasted walnuts add a warm, nutty crunch that makes every bite feel a little more special, and the golden turmeric dressing ties everything together with a subtle earthiness and a bright hit of lemon. Because legumes can sneak into so many packaged dressings and salad kits, making your own from scratch with olive oil, honey, and fresh lemon juice is the cleanest, most satisfying route. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of beans, lentils, peas, and soy — no label-reading anxiety required. It comes together in minutes, making it an effortless choice for a weeknight side or a showstopping addition to a weekend spread. Serve it immediately after tossing so the watercress stays crisp and the dressing keeps its fresh, bright character.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 5 oz watercress, thick stems trimmed
- 1 english cucumber, thinly sliced into rounds
- ¾ cup pomegranate arils
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, torn
- ⅓ cup raw walnuts
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp raw honey
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add the walnuts and toast, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden, about 2–3 minutes. Watch closely, as they can brown quickly. Transfer to a plate and let cool.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, turmeric, black pepper, and salt until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
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