Low FODMAP Pomegranate & Mint Watercress Salad
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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
Ingredient noteA serving of up to about 1/4 cup of pomegranate arils is low in FODMAPs. This recipe contains only about 3 tablespoons per serving, making it likely Low FODMAP. If you prefer to always avoid pomegranate arils, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
- 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
Ingredient noteA serving of up to about 1/2 teaspoon of honey is low in FODMAPs. This recipe contains only about 1/4 teaspoon per serving, making it likely Low FODMAP. If you prefer to always avoid honey, please tap it and change its rating to Red.
- 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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