Nutmeg Free Turmeric-Ginger Arugula and Tomato Salad
This vibrant salad is a bold, beautiful bowl that earns its place at any table. Peppery arugula meets juicy cherry tomatoes, cool cucumber, and crunchy walnuts, all brought together by a golden dressing that's genuinely exciting to eat. The turmeric and freshly grated ginger give the vinaigrette a warm, earthy kick that pairs perfectly with the brightness of fresh lemon juice and a touch of honey. Many spice blends and pre-made dressings sneak in warming spices you might not want, but this one is built entirely from scratch so you know exactly what's in every bite. The whole thing comes together in minutes — just whisk, toss, and serve — making it an effortless option for weeknight dinners or a crowd-pleasing starter. It's the kind of salad that actually tastes like something, and the gorgeous golden hue makes it look like you tried a lot harder than you did.
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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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