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Festive Citrus Salad with Feta and Pomegranate Recipe

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  • Author: Villerius
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Christmas Salad is a vibrant and festive dish perfect for holiday gatherings. Combining fresh mixed greens, juicy orange segments, tangy pomegranate seeds, creamy feta cheese, and crunchy candied pecans, it offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures. The salad is tossed in a sweet and tangy dressing made from olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and shallots, making it a refreshing and colorful side or light meal option for the holiday season.

Ingredients

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For the Salad

  • 7 cups mixed spring greens
  • 1 1/4 cups orange segments (mandarin, clementine, or tangerine)
  • 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds (or 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

  1. Combine Salad Ingredients: Add the mixed spring greens, orange segments, pomegranate seeds, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped candied pecans to a large bowl, ensuring all components are evenly distributed.
  2. Prepare 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 well emulsified.
  3. Dress the Salad: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad mixture according to your taste preference, ensuring even coverage for balanced flavor.
  4. Toss and Serve: Gently toss the salad to coat all ingredients with the dressing, then serve immediately to enjoy the fresh and vibrant flavors at their best.

Notes

  • Use fresh orange segments for the best flavor and texture.
  • Crumble feta cheese from a block for better taste and fresher texture.
  • Buy pre-washed greens and pre-seeded pomegranate to save preparation time.
  • The dressing can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in the refrigerator for convenience.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 salad serving (approximately 1/4 of recipe)
  • Calories: 220 kcal
  • Sugar: 9 g
  • Sodium: 280 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 12 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 12 mg

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