Description
A refreshing and festive Christmas salad perfect for holiday gatherings. This salad combines seasonal flavors with a mix of greens, fruits, and nuts for a vibrant dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/2 cup candied pecans
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1 apple, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, pomegranate seeds, candied pecans, feta cheese, dried cranberries, apple slices, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, replace pecans with roasted pumpkin seeds.
- Add grilled chicken or turkey for extra protein.
- Assemble just before serving to keep greens crisp.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Christmas salad, holiday salad, festive salad, winter salad