Description
The Juicy Christmas Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing is a festive, flavorful dish perfect for holiday gatherings. Combining toasted nuts, fresh greens, juicy fruits, and creamy cheese, this salad offers a delightful explosion of flavors and textures that everyone will love. The sweet and tangy honey mustard dressing elevates the dish, making it a standout side or light main course. Its vibrant colors not only make it visually appealing but also ensure you’re serving a healthy option packed with nutrients. Whether served alongside roasted meats or as part of a brunch spread, this salad will surely impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups walnuts (raw and unsalted)
- ½ cup pumpkin seeds
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 2 avocados (sliced)
- 2 cups pomegranate seeds
- 1 cup crumbled cheese (blue, feta, or goat cheese)
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ¼ teaspoon chipotle powder
- 6 cups frisée leaves
- 1–2 apples or pears (diced)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fig jam
- 2 teaspoons orange zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- Chili flakes (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, toss walnuts and pumpkin seeds with honey and chipotle powder until coated. Spread on the baking sheet and toast for 15 minutes.
- In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens and frisée. Add diced fruits and pomegranate seeds.
- Once nuts are cooled, sprinkle them along with crumbled cheese over the salad.
- For the dressing, combine all ingredients in a glass jar and shake until mixed.
- Drizzle dressing over salad just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg