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A vibrant Festive Crunchy Christmas Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette, featuring oranges, pecans, pomegranate seeds, and feta.

Festive Crunchy Christmas Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette


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  • Author: Elisa
  • Total Time: 15 min
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing and crunchy salad perfect for your Christmas celebration.


Ingredients

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  • 6 cups mixed greens
  • 1 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 cup candied pecans
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/2 cup orange segments
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, pomegranate seeds, feta cheese, candied pecans, dried cranberries, red onion, and orange segments.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, orange juice, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  4. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can substitute other nuts for the candied pecans.
  • Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a heartier salad.
  • Prep Time: 15 min
  • Cook Time: 0 min
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Assembling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg