Christmas Salad
Brighten your holiday table with this vibrant Christmas Salad, a perfect blend of fresh flavors and textures! This festive dish features a delightful mix of mixed greens, sweet orange segments, and crunchy pecans, topped with tangy homemade dressing. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or attending a potluck, this salad is sure to impress. With its bright colors and seasonal ingredients, it’s not just for Christmas—it’s a year-round favorite! Plus, it comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy occasions. Enjoy the refreshing combination of tastes that will have everyone reaching for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Holiday
Ingredients
Scale
- 7 cups mixed spring greens
- 1 1/4 cups orange segments (mandarin oranges, clementines or tangerines)
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds (can substitute dried cranberries)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled) or dairy-free alternative
- 1/2 cup candied pecans (roughly chopped) or walnuts
- 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
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, orange segments, pomegranate seeds, feta cheese, and candied pecans.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced shallot, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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