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Festive Crunchy Christmas Salad

Savor the Season with Festive Crunchy Christmas Salad

Delight in the flavors of the holiday season with this Festive Crunchy Christmas Salad featuring vibrant colors and a refreshing citrus vinaigrette.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Salads
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 220 kcal

Equipment

  • salad bowl
  • Skillet
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • salad spinner

Ingredients
  

For the Salad

  • 4 cups mixed salad greens combines arugula, spinach, and kale
  • 1 cup sliced Brussels sprouts slice them thinly
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup pomegranate seeds
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts toasted for flavor
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion soak in water to mellow flavor
  • ½ cup diced pear
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries

For the Citrus Vinaigrette

  • ¼ cup fresh orange juice fresh-squeezed enhances flavor
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey substitute maple syrup for vegan option
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Rinse the mixed salad greens under cold water, dry thoroughly, and place in a large salad bowl.
  • Thinly slice the Brussels sprouts and add them to the bowl with the salad greens.
  • Incorporate the shredded carrots and pomegranate seeds into the bowl, mixing gently.
  • Toast the chopped walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
  • Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and sliced red onion over the salad.
  • Fold in the diced pear and dried cranberries into the salad.
  • Whisk together the fresh orange juice, lemon juice, and honey until combined.
  • Gradually drizzle in the olive oil while whisking until the vinaigrette is emulsified.
  • Pour the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving and toss gently.
  • Serve immediately, optionally garnishing with extra pomegranate seeds or walnuts.

Notes

For optimal freshness, dress the salad just before serving and consume soon after preparation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 3500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg
Keyword Citrus Vinaigrette, Festive Crunchy Christmas Salad, healthy salad, Holiday Salad, Quick Salad, Vegetarian Salad
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