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Christmas Salad

Delicacies Salad

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This vibrant Delicacies Salad is the perfect addition to your holiday table, combining fresh mixed greens with juicy orange segments, tart pomegranate seeds, creamy feta cheese, and crunchy candied pecans. The bright colors and delightful flavors not only make it visually appealing but also a refreshing dish that balances out rich holiday meals. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this salad is versatile enough to be served as a starter or a light main course. With its sweet and tangy dressing, it’s bound to impress your guests and add a festive touch to any gathering.

  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: Serves 4

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 (can substitute dried cranberries)
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
  • 1/2 cup candied pecans (roughly chopped)
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon shallot (minced)
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed greens.
  2. Add the orange segments, pomegranate seeds, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped candied pecans.
  3. For the dressing, whisk together olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced shallot, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until everything is coated evenly.
  5. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
  • Author: Amanda
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: N/A
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg
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