Description

Indulge in the festive flavors of the Juicy Christmas Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing, a vibrant and healthy addition to your holiday meals. This delightful salad features a colorful medley of toasted nuts, crisp greens, and zesty fruits, all brought together by a creamy honey mustard dressing that adds a refreshing twist. Perfect for any occasion—from Christmas gatherings to casual brunches—this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients, making it a guilt-free choice for festive feasting.

Ingredients

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1½ cups walnuts (raw, unsalted)
½ cup pumpkin seeds (unshelled)
6 cups mixed salad greens
2 cups frisée leaves
1–2 apples or pears (diced)
2 avocados (sliced)
2 cups pomegranate seeds
1 cup crumbled cheese (blue, feta, or goat cheese)
⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup balsamic or apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon fig jam
2 teaspoons orange zest
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Chili flakes, to taste
2 tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, toss walnuts and pumpkin seeds with honey and chipotle powder until coated. Spread on the baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes until toasted.
In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens and frisée as the base. Top with diced apples/pears, avocado slices, pomegranate seeds, and cooled nuts.
For the dressing, mix olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, fig jam, orange zest and juice in a jar. Shake well to combine.
Just before serving, drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Baking and Mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 15mg