Description
Christmas Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing is a vibrant and festive dish perfect for holiday gatherings. This refreshing salad combines fresh greens, sweet fruits, and crunchy nuts, creating a delightful medley that tantalizes the taste buds. With its striking colors and flavors, it’s not just a feast for the eyes but also a nutritious option that pairs beautifully with holiday roasts. The star of the show is the homemade honey mustard dressing, which adds a sweet and tangy kick to every bite. Whether served as a starter or side dish, this Christmas Salad will surely impress your guests and elevate your festive dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups baby spinach or mixed greens
- 1 cup fresh pomegranate seeds
- 1 cup cranberries (fresh or dried)
- 1 medium apple (thinly sliced)
- ½ cup candied pecans or walnuts
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup olive oil
Instructions
- Rinse the baby spinach or mixed greens thoroughly and drain well before placing them in a large salad bowl.
- Add pomegranate seeds, cranberries, and thinly sliced apple to the bowl. Toss gently to combine.
- Sprinkle the candied pecans or walnuts on top of the salad.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg