Green Leaf Lettuce, Pomegranate, and Almond Salad

A vibrant and refreshing salad combining crisp green leaf lettuce and watercress with sweet pomegranate seeds and crunchy toasted almonds, dressed in a tangy lime vinaigrette.

8 servings
10 min

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • teaspoons sugar
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • lb green leaf lettuce
  • ½ lb watercress
  • cups pomegranate seeds
  • ¾ cup sliced almonds

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Whisk together lime juice, sugar, salt, and pepper until sugar and salt are dissolved, then add oil in a steady stream, whisking until combined.

    5 min

  2. 2.

    Combine lettuce, watercress, and half of pomegranate seeds in a large serving bowl. Toss with just enough dressing to coat, then sprinkle with almonds and remaining pomegranate seeds.

    5 min