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Quick & Easy Olive Salad with Pomegranate & Walnuts

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This Olive Salad with Pomegranate and Walnuts is a vibrant, no-cook dish that combines tangy olives, juicy pomegranate seeds, and crunchy walnuts. With a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing, it’s quick to prepare, visually stunning, and bursting with fresh Mediterranean flavor.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mixed olives (green and black)
  • 1 cup pomegranate seeds
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • ¼ cup finely diced red onion
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Rinse olives under cold water to remove excess brine and chop if desired.
  2. In a large bowl, combine olives, pomegranate seeds, walnuts, and diced red onion.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and lemon juice until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  5. Adjust seasoning with more lemon juice or a pinch of salt to taste.
  6. Serve immediately or chill for enhanced flavor blending.

Notes

  • Use pitted olives to save time and effort.
  • Add crumbled feta or fresh herbs like mint or parsley for extra flavor.
  • Best served cold and does not require reheating.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 19g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg