Christmas Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing
This Christmas Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing is a vibrant and festive dish that captures the essence of the holiday season. Combining fresh greens, sweet pomegranate arils, and crunchy candied nuts, this salad not only dazzles the eyes but also tantalizes the taste buds with its unique blend of flavors and textures. Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this salad is a delightful addition to your table. The homemade honey mustard dressing adds a delightful sweet and tangy kick, making every bite memorable. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, this salad is sure to become a seasonal favorite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups raw walnuts
- ½ cup shelled pumpkin seeds
- 6 cups mixed greens
- 2 cups frisée lettuce
- 2 apples or pears, chopped
- 2 avocados, sliced
- 2 cups pomegranate arils
- 1 cup crumbled cheese (blue, feta, or goat)
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fig preserves
- 2 teaspoons orange zest
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
- Chili flakes, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss walnuts and pumpkin seeds with honey and chipotle chili powder. Spread on the baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes until golden.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens and frisée. Top with chopped apples (or pears), avocado slices, pomegranate arils, and crumbled cheese.
- For the dressing, mix olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, fig preserves, orange zest and juice in a jar. Shake until emulsified.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg