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Winter Salad

Delightful Winter Salad to Brighten Your Holiday Meals

This vibrant Winter Salad is a refreshing dish that combines sweet oranges, tart pomegranate seeds, and creamy feta cheese, perfect for holiday meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Greens
  • 5 cups Mixed Spring Greens Can substitute with pre-washed salad mixes
For the Fruit
  • 2 cups Orange Segments (Mandarin/Clementines/Tangerines) Fresh is preferred
  • 1 cup Pomegranate Seeds Dried cranberries can be used as an alternative
For the Cheese
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese (crumbled) Fresh feta is tastier than pre-crumbled varieties
For the Nuts
  • 1/2 cup Candied Pecans (roughly chopped) Almonds or walnuts can be substituted
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Foundation of the dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup can be used as a vegan alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 medium Shallot (minced) Red onion makes a good alternative
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • Whisk
  • salad tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add mixed spring greens. Arrange orange segments over the greens.
  2. Sprinkle in pomegranate seeds and crumble feta cheese on top.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and minced shallot. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  5. Season with salt and pepper, adjust to taste, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This winter salad is delicious and healthy, perfect for holiday gatherings. Feel free to customize ingredients based on seasonal availability.

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