Pomegranate salad
This Polish vegetarian builds baby lettuce leaves, cherry tomatoes and red chilli into a fuss-free meal you can have ready in about 35 minutes. Below: the ingredients split into pantry staples and a quick shopping list, a built-in serving scaler, and the method in 2 steps.
At easy difficulty across 2 steps, it's a good one for a busy evening. As written, it's meat-free.
What you'll need
Shopping list (5)
Pantry staples (you likely have these)
Diet: vegetarian β no meat or fish, based on every ingredient listed below.
Contains: Dairy
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How to make it
- Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, honey and thyme leaves in a large bowl. Season well, then tip in the lettuce, tomatoes, spring onions and chilli, and toss to combine.
- Scoop out the pomegranate seeds over a bowl and remove any white membrane. Arrange the dressed salad on a platter, then scatter over the pomegranate seeds and feta.
Watch how it's made
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Ingredient substitutions
- Lemon
- lime Β· 1 tbsp white wine vinegar per lemon
- Honey
- maple syrup Β· agave
What to serve with Pomegranate salad
Tips & common questions
How long does Pomegranate salad take to make?
About 35 minutes from start to finish β an estimate based on the 2 steps and 10 ingredients. Times vary with your kitchen and how much prep you do ahead.
What can I use instead of lemon?
Try lime. See the substitutions section above for more swaps.
Can I scale this recipe up or down?
Yes β use the servings control above the ingredients and every quantity rescales automatically (fractions included). Cooking times stay roughly the same; very large batches may need a little longer.
Is Pomegranate salad vegetarian?
Its ingredients contain no meat, fish or shellfish, so it is suitable for vegetarians. Check any cheese for animal rennet if that matters to you.
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