Description
Juicy Christmas Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing is a festive dish that combines wholesome ingredients into a delightful medley of flavors and textures, making it the perfect centerpiece for any holiday gathering. This vibrant salad features crispy greens, sweet fruits, crunchy nuts, and creamy cheese—all drizzled with a zesty honey mustard dressing. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, it’s not only nutritious but also customizable to suit your preferences. Whether served as a light main or a side dish, this salad is sure to impress your guests and elevate your holiday meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups walnuts, raw and unsalted
- ½ cup pumpkin seeds, unshelled
- ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon chipotle powder
- 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
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss walnuts and pumpkin seeds with honey and chipotle powder; spread on the baking sheet and toast for 15 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, diced apples or pears, sliced avocados, and pomegranate seeds.
- Add toasted nuts and crumbled cheese; gently toss to combine.
- For the dressing, mix all ingredients in a glass jar and shake well.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg