Description
Enjoy the perfect blend of seasonal flavors with this Winter Salad featuring a mix of greens, fruits, nuts, and cheese, all tossed in a tangy homemade vinaigrette.
Ingredients
Scale
Mixed Greens:
6 cups mixed greens (such as arugula, spinach, and kale)
Brussels Sprouts:
1 cup shredded
Apple:
1 thinly sliced
Pomegranate Seeds:
1/2 cup
Candied Pecans or Walnuts:
1/3 cup
Goat Cheese or Feta:
1/3 cup crumbled
Red Onion:
1/4 cup thinly sliced
Tangy Homemade Vinaigrette:
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Salad: In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, Brussels sprouts, apple, pomegranate seeds, candied pecans, goat cheese, and red onion.
- Make Vinaigrette: In a jar, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Toss and Serve: Pour vinaigrette over the salad before serving, toss gently, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Add grilled chicken or roasted butternut squash for a heartier meal.
- Swap goat cheese for blue cheese for a stronger flavor.
- Make vinaigrette ahead and store in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
