Hazelnut Free Turmeric-Ginger Arugula and Tomato Salad
Bright, peppery arugula meets juicy cherry tomatoes, cool cucumber, and crunchy walnuts in a salad that feels both refreshing and genuinely satisfying. The real star is the golden dressing — a quick whisk of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, grated ginger, and ground turmeric that brings warmth and a subtle zing to every bite. It comes together in minutes with no cooking required, making it an effortless choice for a weeknight side or a light lunch. For anyone navigating tree nut concerns, it's worth knowing that walnuts are the only nut in this recipe, and hazelnuts are nowhere in sight — no swaps or substitutions needed. The ingredient list is clean and straightforward, so there's no hunting through a long pantry of processed add-ins that might carry hidden cross-contact risks. Torn fresh parsley adds a pop of color and herby freshness if you have it on hand, though the salad holds its own beautifully without it. Toss it right before serving so the arugula stays lively and the dressing coats every leaf perfectly.
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4 servings
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp honey
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp salt
For the salad
- 5 oz baby arugula
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup english cucumber, thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup raw walnuts, roughly chopped
- ¼ cup red onion, very thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly torn (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, turmeric, grated ginger, honey, black pepper, and salt until the dressing is smooth and evenly combined.
- 2
In a large salad bowl, combine the arugula, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, walnuts, red onion, and parsley, if using.
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