Thanksgiving Salad

Thanksgiving Salad

from dinneratthezoo.com
16 min

This Thanksgiving salad is a blend of mixed greens, fresh apples, pomegranate seeds, blue cheese and candied pecans, all tossed in a homemade vinaigrette. An easy and festive salad that makes any holiday meal special!

Ingredients

  • 7 cups mixed spring greens
  • 1 1/2 cups sliced apples (I prefer Pink Lady or Honeycrisp)
  • 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 1/2 cup high quality blue cheese (crumbled)
  • 1/2 cup candied pecans (coarsely chopped)
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon shallot (minced)
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Place the mixed greens, apples, pomegranate seeds, blue cheese and candied pecans in a large bowl.

  2. 2

    Place all the dressing ingredients in a small bowl, whisk until combined and dressing has emulsified.

  3. 3

    Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture to taste, then gently toss to coat. You may have dressing left over. Serve immediately.