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Christmas Salad

Festive Christmas Salad That Dazzles Your Holiday Table

This vibrant Christmas Salad is loaded with mixed greens, pomegranate arils, and citrus dressing, making it a perfect holiday side.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 5 cups Mixed Greens Use spring mix for variety
  • 1 large Pomegranate Arils Adds sweetness and color
  • 1 Navel Orange Sliced into wreath-like shapes
  • 1 cup Feta or Goat Cheese Creamy element for richness
  • 1/2 cup Salted Pistachios Crunchy texture
  • 1/2 cup Walnuts Optional but recommended
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Orange Juice Always prioritize freshness
  • 2 tbsp Honey Natural sweetener
  • 2 tbsp White Wine Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil Use high-quality extra virgin
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Helps emulsify the dressing
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper Fresh cracked for aromatic touch

Equipment

  • salad bowl
  • jar for dressing

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Christmas Salad
  1. In a large salad bowl, layer the mixed greens as the base.
  2. Artfully arrange sliced navel oranges and pomegranate arils over the greens.
  3. Crumble feta or goat cheese over the top, followed by a handful of salted pistachios and optional walnuts.
  4. In a jar, combine fresh orange juice, honey, white wine vinegar, and olive oil. Add Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Shake vigorously.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the top just before serving and toss gently.
  6. Store any leftover dressing in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, dress the salad just before serving to keep the greens crisp.

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