Description
A festive winter salad featuring fresh citrus segments, creamy avocado, crunchy candied nuts, and tangy cranberry balsamic dressing over mixed baby greens, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 oranges, rind removed and cut into segments
- 1 avocado, sliced or chopped
- Seeds from 1 pomegranate
- 10 ounces mixed baby greens
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup Candied Spiced Nuts or toasted pecans
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup cranberry sauce
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: Peel and cut 2 oranges into segments, slice 1 avocado, and remove seeds from 1 pomegranate.
- Assemble the Salad: Place 10 ounces of mixed baby greens in a large salad bowl or divide into individual bowls. Top with orange segments, avocado slices, pomegranate seeds, 1 cup crumbled feta cheese, and 1 cup candied spiced nuts or your preferred toasted nuts.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup cranberry sauce, 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, and 1/4 cup olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste until well combined.
- Add Dressing and Serve: Drizzle 1/4 cup of the cranberry balsamic dressing over the salad. Toss gently to combine or serve as-is, ensuring even coating of flavors.
Notes
- This salad balances fresh seasonal citrus with creamy avocado and salty feta for a delightful flavor contrast.
- Candied spiced nuts add crunch and festive sweetness; substitute with toasted pecans if preferred.
- The cranberry balsamic dressing can be made ahead and stored refrigerated for up to one week.
- Serve immediately after dressing to keep greens crisp and fresh.
- Adjust salt and pepper in the dressing according to your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 505 kcal
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 575 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 33 mg
