Winter Salad
Brighten up your winter meals with this vibrant Winter Salad, a refreshing and festive dish perfect for any occasion. Bursting with sweet oranges, crunchy pomegranate seeds, and creamy feta cheese, this salad offers a delightful medley of flavors that will impress your guests at holiday gatherings or family dinners. Easy to prepare in under 15 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or as a make-ahead option for entertaining. With its colorful presentation and nutrient-packed ingredients, this salad is sure to become a seasonal favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Seasonal
Ingredients
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- 7 cups mixed spring greens
- 1 1/4 cups orange segments (mandarin oranges, clementines, or tangerines)
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds (or substitute dried cranberries)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 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
- Rinse mixed spring greens thoroughly and pat dry.
- Cut oranges into segments and prepare pomegranate seeds.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and minced shallot until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens with orange segments, pomegranate seeds, crumbled feta cheese, and candied pecans.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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