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Winter Salad Recipe

Zesty Winter Salad Recipe Bursting with Freshness and Flavor

This winter salad recipe combines mixed greens, orange segments, pomegranate seeds, feta cheese, and candied pecans for a refreshing dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Mixed Spring Greens Can substitute with arugula or spinach
  • 2 medium Orange Segments Mandarins, Clementines, or Tangerines
  • 1 cup Pomegranate Seeds Dried cranberries can be a substitute
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Freshly crumbled for better flavor, blue cheese is an alternative
  • 1/2 cup Candied Pecans Roughly chopped, walnuts or almonds can be used
For the Dressing
  • 1/3 cup Olive Oil Essential for the dressing base
  • 1 tbsp Honey Maple syrup can be a vegan option
  • 1 tsp Dijon Mustard Adds tanginess and emulsifies the dressing
  • 2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar White wine vinegar is a suitable alternative
  • 1 small Shallot Minced; red onions can be a substitute
  • Salt and Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • small mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • salad tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine a generous handful of mixed spring greens, ensuring they are washed and dried completely. Then, peel and segment the oranges, adding the juicy pieces to the bowl alongside a handful of vibrant pomegranate seeds.
  2. Crumble fresh feta cheese over the vibrant salad mixture in the bowl and add roughly chopped candied pecans.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, and minced shallot. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Drizzle the dressing generously over the salad ingredients in the large bowl and toss everything together.
  5. Transfer your beautifully mixed festive winter salad to a serving platter and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1saladCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For optimal taste, use fresh ingredients and prepare dressing in advance. Store leftovers separately for the best experience.

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