Description
This Christmas Salad is a festive and colorful addition to any holiday table. Packed with a mix of greens, sweet pomegranate seeds, tangy feta cheese, crunchy nuts, and a flavorful dressing, it’s a perfect blend of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Mixed Greens:
6 cups mixed greens (such as arugula, baby spinach, and romaine)
Pomegranate Seeds:
1 cup
Feta Cheese:
1/2 cup crumbled
Candied Nuts:
1/2 cup (pecans or walnuts)
Sliced Pears or Apples:
1/2 cup
Red Onion:
1/4 cup thinly sliced
Dried Cranberries:
1/4 cup
Salt and Pepper:
to taste
Dressing:
Olive Oil:
1/4 cup
Balsamic Vinegar:
2 tablespoons
Honey or Maple Syrup:
1 tablespoon
Dijon Mustard:
1 teaspoon
Salt and Pepper:
to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, pomegranate seeds, feta cheese, candied nuts, sliced pears or apples, red onion, and dried cranberries.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Assemble: Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat. Season with additional salt and pepper if desired.
Notes
- You can prepare the dressing in advance and store it in the refrigerator.
- For a dairy-free version, omit the feta cheese or use a vegan alternative.
- Add grilled chicken or roasted butternut squash for a heartier option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
