Description
This vibrant Christmas Salad combines mixed spring greens with sweet orange segments, tangy pomegranate seeds, creamy feta, and crunchy candied pecans, all tossed in a zesty honey-Dijon dressing. Perfect for a festive holiday side dish that adds color and fresh flavors to your celebration table.
Ingredients
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For the Salad
- 7 cups mixed spring greens
- 1 1/4 cups orange segments (mandarin, clementine, or tangerine)
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds (or dried cranberries)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup candied pecans, roughly chopped
For the Dressing
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon minced shallot
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: Add the mixed spring greens, orange segments, pomegranate seeds, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped candied pecans into a large salad bowl.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced shallot, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Dress the Salad: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients according to your taste preference.
- Toss and Serve: Gently toss the salad to evenly coat all ingredients with the dressing and serve immediately to maintain freshness and crunch.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality mixed greens for the best flavor and texture.
- Candied pecans can be substituted with walnuts or almonds if preferred.
- For a vegan version, omit the feta cheese or use a plant-based alternative.
- Dress the salad just before serving to prevent sogginess.
- The salad pairs well with roasted meats or as a standalone light dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Christmas salad, holiday salad, festive salad, spring greens salad, citrus salad, pomegranate salad, feta cheese salad, candied pecans salad, healthy holiday recipe
