Description
This vibrant Christmas Salad is a delightful blend of fresh mixed greens, juicy oranges, and tangy pomegranate seeds, topped with crumbled feta cheese and crunchy candied pecans. Perfect for festive gatherings, this salad not only adds a pop of color to your holiday table but also balances sweet and savory flavors beautifully. With just 15 minutes of preparation time, it’s an ideal dish for busy holiday schedules. The homemade dressing ties everything together, making each bite a refreshing experience. Customize it with your favorite nuts or cheeses to suit your taste, ensuring it’s a hit at any dinner party or family gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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)
- 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
- Place the mixed greens in a large bowl.
- Add in the orange segments, pomegranate seeds, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped pecans.
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced shallot, salt, and pepper.
- Whisk until smooth and well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture according to your taste preference.
- Gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg