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Recipe card for Festive Christmas Salad Perfect for anyone who loves christmas salad honey mustard dressing!

Festive Christmas Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing

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This Christmas salad is a vibrant and flavorful addition to your holiday table. Crisp mixed greens are tossed with juicy pomegranate seeds, crunchy pecans, crumbled feta cheese, and sweet dried cranberries, all drizzled with a tangy and sweet honey mustard dressing. The textures and flavors combine perfectly for a light and refreshing side dish that complements any holiday feast. It’s quick to prepare and adds a touch of elegance to your Christmas celebration, offering a delightful balance to richer dishes. This is one holiday salad recipe you will make year after year!

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, pomegranate seeds, chopped pecans, crumbled feta cheese, and dried cranberries.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  3. Drizzle the honey mustard dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, prepare the dressing ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator. You can also add other fruits or vegetables to the salad, such as sliced apples, pears, or oranges. Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg
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