Description
This vibrant Winter Salad is the perfect combination of fresh greens, sweet citrus fruits, and crunchy pecans, making it a festive addition to your holiday table. Featuring juicy orange segments and tart pomegranate seeds, this salad not only looks stunning but is also packed with essential nutrients that will leave your guests feeling satisfied and delighted. The creamy feta cheese adds a savory touch, while the homemade dressing ties all the flavors together beautifully. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this salad is versatile enough to serve as a main dish or side at any gathering. Elevate your winter dining experience with this delicious recipe that promises to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 7 cups mixed spring greens
- 1 1/4 cups orange segments (mandarin oranges, clementines, or tangerines)
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds (or dried cranberries)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 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
- Wash the mixed greens thoroughly and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Add orange segments and sprinkle with pomegranate seeds.
- Crumble feta cheese over the top and add chopped candied pecans.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and minced shallot until smooth.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad to taste and gently toss to combine. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg