Spécial occasion Salad
Elevate your holiday gatherings with this vibrant Spécial occasion Salad, a delightful medley of flavors and textures that embodies the festive spirit. Bursting with fresh mixed greens, sweet orange segments, and juicy pomegranate seeds, this salad is not only visually stunning but also refreshingly delicious. Creamy feta cheese adds richness while crunchy candied pecans provide a satisfying contrast. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for any holiday feast—whether as a standalone starter or paired alongside your favorite roasted meats. With just 15 minutes of prep time, impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds without the hassle.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 7 cups mixed spring greens
- 1 1/4 cups orange segments (mandarin oranges or clementines)
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds (or dried cranberries)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1/2 cup candied pecans (roughly chopped)
- 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
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mixed greens, orange segments, pomegranate seeds, feta cheese, and chopped candied pecans. Toss gently to mix.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced shallot, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad mixture to taste and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately or store dressing separately for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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