Description
This Winter Salad recipe is a vibrant and refreshing mix of seasonal greens, citrus fruits, pomegranate seeds, feta cheese, and candied pecans, all tossed in a tangy honey-Dijon apple cider vinegar dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish, it combines a variety of textures and flavors that celebrate winter produce.
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 crumbled feta cheese
- 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 minced shallot
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the mixed spring greens, orange segments, pomegranate seeds, crumbled feta cheese, and roughly chopped candied pecans. Toss gently to mix the ingredients evenly.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and minced shallot until the dressing is smooth and emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to your preference.
- Toss and Serve: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad mixture to taste. Gently toss the salad to coat all ingredients with the dressing. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors and crunchy textures.
Notes
- You can substitute pomegranate seeds with dried cranberries if fresh seeds are unavailable.
- For a nut-free option, omit the candied pecans or replace them with toasted seeds such as pumpkin or sunflower seeds.
- The dressing can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Use fresh and ripe oranges or tangerines for the best flavor in the salad.
- Serve immediately after tossing to maintain the crispness of the greens and nuts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: winter salad, mixed greens, orange salad, pomegranate, feta cheese, candied pecans, honey mustard dressing, healthy salad, vegetarian salad
