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Pomegranate Winter Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

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Pomegranate Winter Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette is a refreshing, vibrant dish that combines mixed greens, juicy pomegranate seeds, and citrusy orange segments, all drizzled with a zesty homemade vinaigrette. Perfect for brightening up chilly winter days, this salad not only delights the palate but also adds a pop of color to your holiday table. Easy to prepare and endlessly adaptable, it’s sure to impress family and friends at any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups mixed greens (arugula and spinach)
  • 1 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 1 cup orange segments
  • 1 cup cucumber, sliced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans, toasted
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1/4 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients: Wash and dry the greens thoroughly.
  2. Make the citrus vinaigrette: In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, orange juice, honey, salt, pepper, and olive oil until combined.
  3. Toss the salad base: In a large bowl, combine mixed greens with cucumber slices, pomegranate seeds, orange segments, and red onion.
  4. Add feta cheese and nuts: Gently fold in crumbled feta cheese and toasted nuts.
  5. Dress the salad: Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat.
  6. Serve immediately in a beautiful bowl or on individual plates.

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Keywords: Customize your salad by adding other ingredients such as grilled chicken or avocado. For meal prep, store components separately to maintain freshness.

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