Amazing Winter Jewel Salad in 20 Minutes
Create a festive and bright Winter Jewel Salad featuring the sweet burst of pomegranate seeds and salty feta cheese. This bowl is simple to assemble and perfect for holiday gatherings or a satisfying winter meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (for toasting nuts)
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Assembling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 6 cups mixed greens (e.g., spinach, arugula)
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- For the Dressing: 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon maple syrup, salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry your mixed greens. Place them in a large salad bowl.
- Arrange the pomegranate seeds, crumbled feta, toasted nuts, dried cranberries, and sliced red onion evenly over the greens.
- In a small jar, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and maple syrup.
- Close the jar tightly and shake well until the dressing emulsifies. Season with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving.
- Gently toss the salad to coat all ingredients lightly. Serve immediately and enjoy your creation.
Notes
- Toasting the nuts brings out their flavor. Watch them closely so they do not burn.
- You can substitute goat cheese for feta if you prefer a tangier flavor.
- Make the dressing ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- For a heartier meal, add grilled chicken or chickpeas.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: Approx. 300
- Sugar: Approx. 15g
- Sodium: Approx. 350mg
- Fat: Approx. 22g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 20g
- Fiber: Approx. 5g
- Protein: Approx. 8g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 20mg