Description
A festive winter salad featuring mixed baby greens, fresh orange segments, creamy avocado, pomegranate seeds, crumbled feta, and candied spiced nuts, all tossed in a sweet and tangy cranberry balsamic dressing. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a refreshing seasonal side.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad
- 10 ounces mixed baby greens
- 2 oranges, rind removed and cut into segments
- 1 avocado, sliced or chopped
- Seeds from 1 pomegranate
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup candied spiced nuts or toasted nuts such as pecans
Dressing
- 1/4 cup cranberry sauce
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the salad base: Place the mixed baby greens in a large salad bowl or divide them evenly among individual bowls to serve.
- Add fruit and cheese toppings: Top the greens with orange segments, sliced or chopped avocado, pomegranate seeds, and crumbled feta cheese to build layers of flavor and texture.
- Add nuts: Sprinkle the candied spiced nuts or toasted pecans evenly over the salad for a crunchy, sweet contrast.
- Make the cranberry balsamic dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the cranberry sauce, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and salt and pepper until well combined and smooth.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together, or serve the dressing on the side to keep the salad crisp until serving.
Notes
- This salad is perfect for holiday meals, combining fresh citrus with sweet and savory ingredients.
- Candied spiced nuts add a delightful crunch; substitute with toasted pecans if preferred.
- For a dairy-free version, omit the feta or replace with a vegan cheese alternative.
- Adjust the amount of dressing to your taste preference, adding more for a tangier salad.
- Serve immediately after tossing to maintain freshness and crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 505 kcal
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 575 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 33 mg
