Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with this vibrant Christmas Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this salad combines fresh baby spinach, juicy pomegranate seeds, crisp apple slices, and crunchy candied pecans, all drizzled with a tangy homemade honey mustard dressing. Not only does it add a burst of color to your table, but it’s also a nutritious choice that complements any holiday feast. With just 10 minutes of preparation, you can create an impressive dish that’s both delicious and easy to make. Whether served as a side or a light main course, this salad will surely delight your guests and leave them asking for the recipe.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups baby spinach or mixed greens
- 1 cup fresh pomegranate seeds
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (or dried)
- 1 medium apple, thinly sliced
- ½ cup candied pecans or walnuts
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the greens thoroughly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the greens, pomegranate seeds, cranberries, apple slices, nuts, feta cheese (if using), and red onion (if using).
- In a separate bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat evenly. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg