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Pomegranate Pecan Salad with Tangy Vinaigrette

Pomegranate Pecan Salad with Tangy Vinaigrette

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A refreshing and delightful salad featuring mixed greens, pomegranate seeds, and toasted pecans, topped with a tangy vinaigrette. Perfect as a starter, side, or light lunch.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., baby spinach, arugula, romaine)
  • 1 cup pomegranate seeds (arils)
  • 1/2 cup pecan halves, toasted
  • 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium apple, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, pomegranate seeds, toasted pecans, feta cheese, thinly sliced red onion, and thinly sliced apple.
  2. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well emulsified.
  3. Drizzle the prepared vinaigrette over the salad ingredients just before serving. Toss gently to coat.
  4. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup.
  • Toast pecans for enhanced flavor.
  • Serve fresh to maintain crispness of ingredients.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian