Description
Christmas Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing is a festive and vibrant dish that adds a refreshing touch to any holiday gathering. This salad features a delightful blend of crunchy greens, sweet fruits, and a tangy homemade honey mustard dressing that perfectly complements the season. With its bright colors and delicious flavor combinations, this salad is an ideal side for Christmas dinners, Thanksgiving feasts, or even casual winter lunches. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, it’s a nutritious choice that will impress your guests and brighten your holiday table.
Ingredients
- 4 cups baby spinach or mixed greens
- 1 cup fresh pomegranate seeds
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (or dried cranberries)
- 1 medium apple, thinly sliced
- ½ cup candied pecans or walnuts
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the greens thoroughly.
- Slice the apple thinly and set aside.
- If using fresh cranberries, rinse them under cold water.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the greens and toss in pomegranate seeds, cranberries, sliced apple, candied nuts, and red onion (if using).
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and gently toss before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg