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Christmas Salad

Festive Christmas Salad: Bright Flavors for Your Holiday Table

This Christmas Salad features vibrant mixed greens, orange segments, and pomegranate seeds, making it a refreshing addition to your holiday feast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Mixed Spring Greens Feel free to use pre-washed for convenience.
  • 1.25 cups Orange Segments Substitute with apples or pears if desired.
  • 0.5 cups Pomegranate Seeds Dried cranberries work as a great alternative.
  • 0.5 cups Feta Cheese Crumbled; blue cheese or shaved parmesan are also excellent swaps.
  • 0.5 cups Candied Pecans Roughly chopped; switch to raw nuts for less sweetness or use walnuts.
For the Dressing
  • 0.33 cups Olive Oil The base for your dressing that ties all flavors together.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Adds a hint of sweetness to balance the dressing flavors.
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon Mustard Introduces a tangy kick to the dressing.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Provides acidity for a bright finish in the dressing.
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Shallot Adds a mild onion flavor that enhances the dressing.
  • Salt Adjust to taste for the perfect seasoning.
  • Pepper Adjust to taste for the perfect seasoning.

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Christmas Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine mixed spring greens, orange segments, pomegranate seeds, feta cheese, and candied pecans. Gently toss the salad ingredients together until well-distributed.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, and apple cider vinegar. Add minced shallot, along with salt and pepper to taste. Whisk until smooth and emulsified.
  3. Drizzle the honey-Dijon dressing over the prepared salad ingredients. Gently toss the salad to evenly coat the greens and toppings with the dressing.
  4. Transfer the dressed salad to a serving platter or individual bowls and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and maintain freshness by dressing just before serving. Store undressed salad and dressing separately for optimal longevity.

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