Description
A vibrant holiday salad combining fresh greens, tart cranberries, and crunchy pecans, perfect for festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed Romaine and arugula
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (or dried cranberries soaked in orange juice)
- 1 cup toasted pecans (or walnuts)
- 1 medium crisp apple (such as Fuji or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup feta or goat cheese (optional)
- Zest and juice of 1 orange
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the pecans onto a baking sheet and toast for 8-10 minutes, or until fragrant.
- Rinse and dry the mixed greens, tearing larger leaves into bite-sized pieces.
- Wash and chop the apple into cubes, leaving the skin on for added texture.
- Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Combine the greens, apple chunks, cranberries, and cooled pecans in a large bowl. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently.
- Serve immediately, garnished with cheese and orange zest if desired.
Notes
For a dairy-free option, omit the cheese or substitute with avocado. Keep extra dressing on the side for guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking Required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Christmas salad, holiday salad, festive recipes, winter salad, healthy salad