Description
A vibrant winter salad featuring mixed greens, citrus fruits, and crunchy pecans, perfect for a light main course or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 7 cups mixed spring greens: A blend of greens like arugula, spinach, and romaine provides a fresh base.
- 1 1/4 cups orange segments: Use mandarin, clementines, or tangerines for a sweet and juicy burst.
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds: These add a pop of color and a tangy crunch. Dried cranberries can be a substitute.
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese: This creamy cheese enhances the salad with its salty flavor.
- 1/2 cup roughly chopped candied pecans: These nuts provide a sweet crunch that complements the other ingredients.
- 1/3 cup olive oil: A healthy fat that serves as the base for the dressing.
- 1 tablespoon honey: This natural sweetener balances the tanginess of the dressing.
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard: Adds a zesty kick to the dressing.
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar: This tangy vinegar brightens the flavors of the salad.
- 1 tablespoon minced shallot: Provides a mild onion flavor that enhances the dressing.
- Salt and pepper: To taste, these seasonings bring all the flavors together.
Instructions
- Wash the mixed spring greens thoroughly and dry them.
- Peel and segment the oranges, then fold them into the bowl with the greens.
- Sprinkle in the pomegranate seeds or dried cranberries.
- Crumble the feta cheese over the salad and add the chopped candied pecans.
- In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and minced shallot to make the dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and gently toss to combine.
- Serve the salad on a platter or in individual bowls.
Notes
- For a heartier meal, consider adding grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- Dress the salad right before serving to keep the greens crisp.
- Store leftover salad without dressing to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: winter salad, mixed greens, citrus salad, healthy salad, seasonal ingredients