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Pomegranate Christmas Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing

A festive holiday salad made with crisp greens, juicy pomegranate arils, creamy cheese, crunchy nuts, and a sweet-tangy honey mustard dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 6 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1 cup pomegranate arils
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/3 cup pecans or walnuts toasted
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
Honey Mustard Dressing
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 1/2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Salad bowl

Method
 

  1. Whisk together olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, apple cider vinegar, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  2. Add mixed greens to a large salad bowl.
  3. Top with pomegranate arils, feta cheese, toasted nuts, and red onion.
  4. Drizzle with honey mustard dressing and gently toss before serving.

Notes

Dress the salad just before serving for best texture and freshness.