Description
A refreshing and vibrant Winter Salad featuring mixed spring greens, citrus segments, pomegranate seeds, crumbled feta, and candied pecans, tossed in a tangy honey-Dijon apple cider vinegar dressing. Perfect for a light, healthy meal or side dish during colder months.
Ingredients
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For the Salad
- 7 cups mixed spring greens
- 1 1/4 cups orange segments (mandarin, oranges, clementines, or tangerines)
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds (or substitute dried cranberries)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup candied pecans, roughly chopped
For the Dressing
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon shallot, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, place the mixed spring greens, orange segments, pomegranate seeds, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped candied pecans. Gently mix to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced shallot, and salt and pepper until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
- Toss the Salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture according to your taste preference. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly with the dressing.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the salad right after tossing to enjoy the fresh and vibrant flavors. You may have some dressing left over that can be stored for later use.
Notes
- If pomegranate seeds are not available, dried cranberries can be used as a substitute in the salad.
- The dressing can be adjusted to taste by varying the amount of honey or apple cider vinegar.
- For a nuttier flavor, you can toast the pecans before chopping and adding them to the salad.
- This salad is best served immediately to maintain the freshness and crispness of the greens.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Winter Salad, Mixed Greens Salad, Orange Salad, Pomegranate Salad, Feta Cheese Salad, Healthy Salad, No-Cook Salad
