Description
A festive and refreshing Christmas Salad combining mixed spring greens, juicy citrus segments, pomegranate seeds, creamy feta cheese, and crunchy candied pecans, all tossed in a tangy homemade honey-Dijon vinaigrette. Perfect as a vibrant appetizer or side dish for holiday meals.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 7 cups mixed spring greens
- 1 1/4 cups orange segments (mandarin oranges, clementines or tangerines)
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds (can substitute dried cranberries)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1/2 cup candied pecans (roughly chopped)
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon shallot (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: Place the mixed greens, orange segments, pomegranate seeds, crumbled feta cheese, and roughly chopped candied pecans in a large salad bowl.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced shallot, salt, and pepper until the dressing is smooth and well emulsified.
- Toss the Salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture to your desired taste. Gently toss all ingredients together ensuring even coating of the dressing over the greens and toppings. You may have some dressing left over.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the salad fresh to retain the crispness of the greens and vibrant flavors.
Notes
- This Christmas salad offers a harmonious balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors that brighten up any holiday menu.
- You can substitute pomegranate seeds with dried cranberries if pomegranate is unavailable.
- Candied pecans add a satisfying crunch and a touch of sweetness; you can use plain pecans if preferred.
- For a lighter version, reduce the amount of olive oil in the dressing.
- Salad is best served immediately to preserve freshness and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 193 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 11 mg
