Description
Bright, festive, and packed with flavor, this Christmas Salad : A Colorful Holiday Favorite is the ultimate holiday side that will steal the spotlight at your table. Every bite bursts with color and crunch, making it as fun to eat as it is to serve.
Ingredients
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6 cups fresh spinach and romaine mix
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1 cup pomegranate seeds
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1 cup dried cranberries
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1/2 cup toasted pecans or walnuts
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1/2 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese
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1 small red onion, thinly sliced
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1 medium apple, diced
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1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette or cranberry dressing
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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Optional: 1/4 cup roasted pumpkin seeds
Instructions
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Prepare the greens by placing spinach and romaine in a large bowl and tearing leaves into bite-sized pieces.
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Add fruits and vegetables, including pomegranate seeds, dried cranberries, diced apple, and red onion, evenly over the greens.
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Sprinkle crumbled feta or goat cheese and toasted nuts over the salad. Include roasted pumpkin seeds if desired.
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Drizzle dressing evenly, starting with half and tossing gently, then adding more as needed.
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Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients without bruising the greens.
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Optional garnish with extra pomegranate seeds, black pepper, or fresh mint leaves before serving
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25mins