Description
A vibrant and festive winter salad featuring fresh oranges, creamy avocado, juicy pomegranate seeds, mixed baby greens, salty feta cheese, and crunchy candied spiced nuts, all tossed in a sweet and tangy cranberry balsamic dressing. Perfect as a refreshing starter or light meal during the holiday season.
Ingredients
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Salad
- 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
- 1/4 cup cranberry sauce
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the fruits and greens: Peel and cut the oranges into segments. Slice or chop the avocado. Remove the seeds from the pomegranate. Place the mixed baby greens in a large salad bowl or divide between individual bowls.
- Assemble the salad: Top the baby greens with the orange segments, avocado, pomegranate seeds, crumbled feta cheese, and candied spiced nuts or toasted pecans.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the cranberry sauce, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Dress and serve: Drizzle the cranberry balsamic dressing over the salad. Toss gently to combine or serve as is.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe fruits for the best flavor and texture.
- Substitute candied spiced nuts with your favorite toasted nuts, such as pecans or walnuts.
- Adjust salt and pepper in the dressing to your taste preference.
- This salad is best served immediately to keep the greens crisp.
- Can be prepared ahead by keeping the dressing separate and tossing before serving.
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
