Yotam Ottolenghi’s Tomato and Pomegranate Salad Recipe (2024)

Ratings

5

out of 5

1,542

user ratings

Your rating

or to rate this recipe.

Have you cooked this?

or to mark this recipe as cooked.

Private Notes

Leave a Private Note on this recipe and see it here.

Cooking Notes

Rose Barnes

What is Za'atar?

Connie

Sumac, I have in my house. FYI, on the Za’atar.
Za’atar
MAKES ABOUT 1/4 CUP
Combine 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh oregano, 1 Tbsp. sumac, 1 Tbsp. ground cumin, and 1 Tbsp. sesame seeds. Stir in 1 tsp. kosher salt and 1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 weeks ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.

sarah finnegan

I buy pomegranate seeds in a tub at Trader Joe's year round. they are delicious.

Betsy

I posted a reply elsewhere here about using frozen pomegranate seeds (from the organic frozen foods section of my local Wegmans). Just throw them in and they thaw quickly in the salad. Much better than the "fresh" ones at TJ and other stores, in my opinion.

Kendra

Because I don't really like raw onion, even if sliced thin, I quick-pickle the red onion with apple cider vinegar, salt, and sugar. The pickled onions mesh very well with the other ingredients.

Deborah B.

So if you buy pomegranate seeds by the tub, approximately how much equals "seeds from one pomegranate?" (I mostly hate units of measure like "one onion" as very non-informative.)

Brooke

I made this with sweet bing cherries instead of pomegranate this weekend and it was fantastic. Cherry tomatoes are still pretty acidic this time of year and pair well with the sweet cherries. Kept everything else exactly the same and it was really quite delicious!

Lyn

I was in shock: An Ottolenghi recipe so light on prep-work! It was delicious nonetheless, and will be a staple in my repertoire. Very balanced and refreshing. I did like the manouri cheese better, as I think feta would be too dominant. Ricotta salata might work better.
Don't get too hung up on the measures (ie: sizes of onions/peppers etc). Salads like these are very forgiving. I like mine with more herbs, but that's because I think everything is better with herbs!

L.G.

I made this last night having bought pomegranate seeds (from Chile, I think) at Trader Joe's. They were inedible-- they tasted like rubbing alcohol. Whatever they were soaking in to preserve them didn't rinse off after several minutes under running water. I didn't use them; $4.50 down the drain. I used a little pomegranate molasses in the dressing, which was fine, but I would only use seeds from a fresh pomegranate in the future.

Kate

We make this in the early fall, when the last ripe garden tomatoes greet in passing the first pomegranates. We drain the copious juices and cook them down, then spread that on great bread with goat cheese, and top with the jeweled salad. It's a one-week-a-year treat in our gadren-centered household, great with grilled lamb burgers.

Grumps

Sandy

I'm not a big fan of frozen or "containerized" pomegranate seeds, so in between seasons I use pomegranate molasses in the dressing. Za'atar loves pomegranate molasses ;)

Renorose

Many recipes available for this versatile mix of herbs and spice; most of the herbs grow in our PA garden, including sumac. We love it so much that it is an everyday, readily available condiment in our kitchen!
Pomegranate however, is available for only a short season in PA. Since cherries are in season in spring...

JChristineB

I make a version of this recipe with cantaloupe instead of pomegranate seeds. Cantaloupes and tomatoes will be available at the same time. I agree with another commentor that pomegranate season and tomato season do not overlap in the same hemisphere. One will have to look for imported pomegranate seeds to try the recipe. It does sound intriguing though.

clarebear

It’s amazing try it!

Meg Montgomery

Couldn't find pomegranates in the supermarket and opted for figs instead. Exquisite! Also added cannellini beans to give it some protein and make it a complete meal. Amazing.

kristen

I omitted the onion and it was still excellent.

Slick

I substituted pomegranate seeds and feta for goat cheese and champagne grapes and my whole life changed

Clem Smith Jr.

Great summer salad. We substituted watermelon for the pomegranate seeds.

maggie

Also added mango, cherries and watermelon

Suzanne

Delicious recipe! If a snacky teenager eats the pomegranate arils you had in mind for this recipe before you can make it, you can replace them with small chunks of strawberries. :-) Also, leftovers on toast the next day are a dream.

Jill Lundberg

Wow. Another spectacular salad.

alex

What’s a vegan replacement for the feta?

D Wells

Delicious end of summer salad. I brined the sliced red onion in sumac, lemon juice and a bit of salt separately an hour prior (another Yotam recipe). Served on a bed of arugula.

Stephanie

I used local peaches (also seasonal) because I couldn’t find a pomegranate. It was still amazing!

Emma

Loved it! Might up the za'atar next time

Name

Kids and chubby hubby wubby weren’t as much a fan as milfy. Keep the cheese on the side. “Feta is a more disagreeable cheese, especially for the kids.”

Caity P

Used ricotta salata instead of feta since that’s what I had and it was great! Also grilled the bell peppers to get a little smokiness

Sofi

I made this tonight with a couple tiny adjustments: added arugula to give it some more green, halved the oil. I think, given our taste buds, we’ll make it again with less mint/basil and more arugula as well as probably add lemon zest to finish it off. Happy eating! PS - za’atar can be found on Amazon and is great when making croutons from stale bread.

Private notes are only visible to you.

Yotam Ottolenghi’s Tomato and Pomegranate Salad Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Can we eat pomegranate and tomato together? ›

It was a proper light-bulb moment when I realised how the two types of sweetness – the sharp, almost bitter sweetness of pomegranate and the savoury, sunny sweetness of tomato – can complement each other so gloriously. I use four types of tomato here to make the salad more interesting visually and in flavour.

How to make salads that are actually good? ›

How to Make a Salad You'll Actually Want to Eat
  1. 1: Think Beyond Lettuce and Greens.
  2. 2: Add Heft with Grains and Nuts.
  3. 3: Add Beans or Other Proteins.
  4. 4: Make Your Own Homemade Salad Dressing.
  5. 5: Make it a Flavor Party.
Jan 18, 2024

Which fruit should not be eaten with pomegranate? ›

Acidic and sub-acidic fruits such as grapefruits, strawberries, apples, pomegranates, and peaches, should never be combined with sweet fruits such as bananas and raisins. This is because it often leads to digestive problems, nausea, acidosis, and headaches.

What should not be eaten with pomegranate? ›

Possible Interactions
  1. ACE inhibitors. These types of drugs are used to control high blood pressure and to treat heart failure and prevent kidney damage in people with diabetes. ...
  2. Blood pressure medication. Pomegranate juice may lower blood pressure. ...
  3. Statin, medications used to lower cholesterols. ...
  4. Warfarin (Coumadin).

Why do restaurant salads taste better than homemade? ›

Restaurants salt their salads.

This resulted in every bite tasting vibrant and flavorful. "Season your salad just like you would anything else," Simpson said. "Salt is a big difference between salads at home and salads in a restaurant." This doesn't mean you have to make your salads salty!

How do restaurants get their salads so crisp? ›

The Keys to Crisp Lettuce

Lettuce actually needs a good amount of airflow, in addition to a bit of moisture (but not too much!), in order to stay crisp. That's why restaurants store their lettuce in special perforated bins that allow for air circulation while it's held in the fridge.

What can I put in a salad to make it more interesting? ›

Add spices and flavours such as paprika, chilli flakes, curry powder, harissa or parmesan. Add acidity or sourness with vinegar, lemon juice or pomegranate molasses to transform your salad.

What should not be eaten with tomato? ›

Nightshades (tomato, potato, etc) are not compatible with fruits like cucumber, melon, and dairy products. Milk, yogurt, tomatoes, and cucumber are incompatible with lemons.

What to avoid with tomatoes? ›

Companion Plants To Avoid Growing Near Tomatoes
  1. Brassicas. Cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kale, Brussels sprouts, and kohlrabi can stunt the growth of your tomato plant because they out-compete them for the same nutrients. ...
  2. Corn. ...
  3. Fennel. ...
  4. Dill. ...
  5. Potatoes. ...
  6. Eggplant. ...
  7. Walnuts.
Feb 1, 2022

What pairs well with pomegranate? ›

Pomegranates have a bright, sweet-tart flavor that can be incorporated into all kinds of meals. We love putting the seeds in a salad of Persimmons, Pomegranate, and Purslane with Pepitas; the juice pairs well with cherries and chile for a spicy glaze to top Black Forest Mousse Cake.

When should you not eat pomegranates? ›

If you are receiving cancer treatment, ask your oncologist before consuming pomegranate or any other herb. Pomegranate may interact with cancer medications in the body, making them less effective. People on blood pressure medication. Pomegranate extracts may lower blood pressure levels.

References

Top Articles
Latest Posts
Recommended Articles
Article information

Author: Wyatt Volkman LLD

Last Updated:

Views: 6155

Rating: 4.6 / 5 (66 voted)

Reviews: 81% of readers found this page helpful

Author information

Name: Wyatt Volkman LLD

Birthday: 1992-02-16

Address: Suite 851 78549 Lubowitz Well, Wardside, TX 98080-8615

Phone: +67618977178100

Job: Manufacturing Director

Hobby: Running, Mountaineering, Inline skating, Writing, Baton twirling, Computer programming, Stone skipping

Introduction: My name is Wyatt Volkman LLD, I am a handsome, rich, comfortable, lively, zealous, graceful, gifted person who loves writing and wants to share my knowledge and understanding with you.