Winter Salad
A vibrant and refreshing salad combining mixed greens, sweet citrus, crunchy pecans, and feta cheese, perfect for the colder months.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 7 cups mixed spring greens
- 1 ¼ cups orange segments (mandarin, clementines or tangerines)
- ½ cup pomegranate seeds (or dried cranberries)
- ½ cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- ½ cup candied pecans (roughly chopped)
Dressing Ingredients
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon shallot (minced)
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and dry the mixed greens thoroughly.
- Segment the oranges and set them aside.
Combine Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, orange segments, pomegranate seeds, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped pecans.
Make Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and minced shallot until smooth.
Serve Salad
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to ensure everything is well coated.
- Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep the dressing separate if possible to maintain freshness. Adjust dressing sweetness to taste. Use fresh, in-season oranges for best flavor.
