Description
A festive and refreshing Christmas Salad featuring a vibrant mix of spring greens, sweet mandarins, tangy pomegranate seeds, creamy feta, and crunchy candied pecans with cranberries, all tossed in a flavorful honey-Dijon dressing. Perfect for holiday gatherings and light meals.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 11 oz. mixed spring greens
- 2 mandarins, peeled and segmented
- ½ cup pomegranate seeds
- ½ cup feta cheese
- ½ cup candied pecans with cranberries, roughly chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Combine salad ingredients: In a large bowl, add the mixed spring greens, peeled and segmented mandarins, pomegranate seeds, crumbled feta cheese, and roughly chopped candied pecans with cranberries. Gently toss to mix these fresh and colorful components together.
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper until the dressing is well emulsified and smooth.
- Toss and serve: Just before serving, drizzle the dressing over the salad. Use tongs to lightly toss and evenly coat the ingredients without bruising the greens. Serve immediately with any leftover dressing provided on the side for guests who prefer a heavier drizzle.
Notes
- For best flavor, prepare dressing fresh and toss just before serving to keep greens crisp.
- Candied pecans with cranberries can be purchased pre-made or homemade for extra freshness.
- This salad is naturally gluten free and vegetarian.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste depending on preference.
