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Festive Crunchy Christmas Salad

Festive Crunchy Christmas Salad: A Joyful Holiday Delight

This Festive Crunchy Christmas Salad blends vibrant greens, fruits, and a zesty vinaigrette for a quick, colorful addition to your holiday spread.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Christmas, Holiday
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens A blend of arugula, spinach, and kale
  • 1 cup sliced Brussels sprouts
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup pomegranate seeds Juicy gems that add sweetness
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts Toasted for maximum flavor
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese Adds creaminess
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion Adds a tangy kick
  • ½ cup diced pear Soft and sweet
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries Contributes extra sweetness
For the Citrus Vinaigrette
  • ¼ cup fresh orange juice Bright acidity
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice Adds freshness
  • 1 tablespoon honey A touch of sweetness
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil Richness helps emulsify
  • salt To taste
  • pepper To taste

Equipment

  • Salad Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Whisk
  • salad spinner

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse 4 cups of mixed salad greens under cold water, then dry thoroughly.
  2. Layer in 1 cup of sliced Brussels sprouts on top of the prepared greens.
  3. Fold in 1 cup of shredded carrots and 1 cup of juicy pomegranate seeds.
  4. Toast ½ cup of chopped walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle ½ cup of crumbled feta cheese and ¼ cup of thinly sliced red onion over the salad mixture.
  6. Fold in ½ cup of diced pear and ¼ cup of dried cranberries.
  7. Whisk together ¼ cup of fresh orange juice, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of honey in a separate bowl.
  8. Gradually drizzle in ¼ cup of olive oil while whisking until emulsified.
  9. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving, then toss gently.
  10. Serve immediately, garnishing with extra pomegranate seeds or toasted walnuts if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1salad servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Dry greens well to maintain crunch and toast nuts carefully. Dress the salad right before serving for the best flavor and texture.

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