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Christmas Salad

A vibrant and delightful salad combining fresh greens, sweet fruits, crunchy nuts, and creamy feta, perfect for the holiday table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 7 cups mixed spring greens Rinsed and dried
  • 1 1/4 cups orange segments (mandarin, clementine, or tangerine)
  • 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds (or dried cranberries)
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese Can substitute with goat cheese
  • 1/2 cup candied pecans, roughly chopped For nut-free version, replace with sunflower seeds
For the Dressing
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey Can be omitted for vegan
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon minced shallot
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all the salad ingredients.
  2. Rinse the mixed greens under cold water, then dry them in a salad spinner or gently pat them dry with paper towels.
Assembly
  1. In a large bowl, add the mixed spring greens.
  2. Add the orange segments, pomegranate seeds (or dried cranberries), crumbled feta cheese, and chopped candied pecans.
Dressing Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced shallot, and salt and pepper until smooth.
Final Mixing
  1. Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients to your taste.
  2. Toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Serving
  1. Serve the Christmas Salad immediately to enjoy its freshness and vibrant flavors!

Notes

Ensure your salad greens are chilled before serving for a refreshing crunch. Wait until just before serving to add the dressing to prevent the greens from wilting. Avoid using overly ripe oranges as they may affect the texture.