Festive Christmas Salad for Holidays That Dazzles Your Table

This Christmas Salad for Holidays features vibrant flavors and colors that brighten your festive table in just 10 minutes.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

4 cups mixed spring greens use pre-washed for convenience
1 cup orange segments mandarins can be a substitute
1 cup pomegranate seeds dried cranberries are an alternative
1 cup feta cheese crumbled from a block ensures better texture
½ cup candied pecans toasted almonds or walnuts work well too

For the Dressing

¼ cup olive oil opt for high-quality for the best flavor
2 tablespoons honey maple syrup can be used instead
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard whole grain mustard can enhance the texture
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar white wine vinegar is a suitable substitute
1 unit minced shallot red onion offers a zestier alternative
salt season to taste
pepper season to taste

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
whisk
serving bowl

Method

Preparation Steps

In a large mixing bowl, add 4 cups of mixed spring greens and fluff them up.
Gently fold in 1 cup of orange segments and 1 cup of pomegranate seeds.
Sprinkle 1 cup of crumbled feta cheese evenly over the salad mixture.
Incorporate ½ cup of candied pecans by gently folding them into the salad.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients.
Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and gently toss.
Serve the vibrant Christmas Salad in a large bowl.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Fresh ingredients enhance the flavor. Prepare the salad ahead but dress it just before serving.

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