special occasion Salad
This vibrant special occasion Salad is a festive blend of fresh mixed greens, juicy orange segments, and crunchy pecans, perfect for brightening up your holiday table. With its colorful presentation and delightful flavors, this salad serves as a refreshing counterpart to heavier holiday dishes. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, it’s ideal for family gatherings or holiday parties. The homemade dressing adds a touch of tanginess that enhances the natural sweetness of the fruits while keeping the overall flavor balanced.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves about 6 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Holiday
Ingredients
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- 7 cups mixed spring greens
- 1 1/4 cups orange segments (mandarin oranges, clementines, or tangerines)
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds (or dried cranberries)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup roughly chopped candied pecans
- 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
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 7 cups of mixed greens with 1 1/4 cups of orange segments and 1/2 cup of pomegranate seeds.
- Sprinkle 1/2 cup of crumbled feta cheese and 1/2 cup of roughly chopped candied pecans over the top.
- For the dressing, whisk together 1/3 cup olive oil, 1 tablespoon honey, 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, minced shallot, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and gently toss to coat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Find it online: https://happycookingtime.com/christmas-salad/