Winter Citrus and Pomegranate Salad with Feta and Candied Pecans Recipe
A vibrant and refreshing Winter Salad featuring mixed spring greens, sweet citrus segments, tangy pomegranate seeds, creamy feta cheese, and crunchy candied pecans, all tossed in a zesty honey-Dijon vinaigrette. Perfect as a light lunch or a festive side dish during the colder months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Salad
- 7 cups mixed spring greens
- 1 1/4 cups orange segments (mandarin, oranges, clementines, or tangerines)
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds (or substitute dried cranberries)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup candied pecans, roughly chopped
For the Dressing
- 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
- Prepare the Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mixed spring greens, orange segments, pomegranate seeds, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped candied pecans.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and minced shallot until the dressing is smooth and well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss the Salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture according to your preference. Gently toss everything together to evenly coat the ingredients with the dressing, being careful not to bruise the greens.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately for the freshest taste. Any leftover dressing can be saved for later use.
Notes
- Substitute pomegranate seeds with dried cranberries if fresh pomegranate is not available.
- For a nut-free version, omit the candied pecans or replace them with roasted chickpeas.
- Adjust the honey quantity in the dressing to suit your preferred level of sweetness.
- To make this salad vegan, omit the feta cheese or substitute with a plant-based cheese alternative.
Keywords: Winter Salad, Citrus Salad, Mixed Greens Salad, Healthy Salad, Seasonal Salad, Light Lunch, Vegetarian Salad
