Christmas Salad

Christmas Salad

from dinneratthezoo.com
16 min
6 servings

This Christmas salad is a blend of mixed greens, oranges, pomegranate, feta cheese and candied pecans, all tossed in a homemade dressing. An easy and festive salad that is the perfect addition to any holiday menu!

Ingredients

  • 7 cups mixed spring greens
  • 1 1/4 cups orange segments (mandarin oranges, clementines or tangerines)
  • 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds (can substitute dried cranberries)
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
  • 1/2 cup candied pecans (roughly chopped)
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon shallot (minced)
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Place the mixed greens, oranges, pomegranate seeds, feta cheese and pecans in a large bowl.

  2. 2

    Place all the dressing ingredients in a small bowl, whisk until smooth.

  3. 3

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