Winter Christmas Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing
Indulge in the festive flavors of the Winter Christmas Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing. This vibrant dish features a delightful mix of fresh greens, juicy mandarin oranges, and crunchy pomegranate seeds, all topped with a creamy honey mustard dressing. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, this salad is not just a side—it’s a delicious celebration of seasonal produce that will warm your heart and impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or kale)
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1 cup mandarin orange segments
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup pecan halves, toasted
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
Instructions
- Wash and dry the mixed greens. Tear larger leaves into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
- Add pomegranate seeds and mandarin orange segments to the greens; toss gently.
- Sprinkle sliced red onion over the salad.
- Crumble feta cheese on top for added creaminess.
- Toast pecan halves in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 3–5 minutes until golden; scatter over the salad.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, and cider vinegar until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad serving (about 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg