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Festive Crunchy Christmas Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

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A vibrant salad featuring crisp greens, juicy pomegranate seeds, and a zesty citrus dressing, perfect for holiday gatherings.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • Mixed Greens (arugula, spinach, kale)
  • Pomegranate Seeds
  • Fresh Oranges
  • Fresh Grapefruit
  • Pecans or Walnuts
  • Red Onion (thinly sliced)
  • Citrus Vinaigrette: Fresh orange juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the mixed greens thoroughly.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the mixed greens with thinly sliced red onion.
  3. Sprinkle in the pomegranate seeds and sliced citrus fruits.
  4. Toast the pecans or walnuts in a dry skillet for about 5 minutes.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh orange juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
  6. Just before serving, drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently.

Notes

Always taste as you go and adjust the sweetness or acidity of the vinaigrette to your liking.

  • Author: instantmeals
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian