Description
This vibrant Christmas Salad is a showstopper on any holiday table. Packed with juicy mandarin oranges, jewel-like pomegranate seeds, creamy feta, and crunchy toasted pecans over a bed of crisp greens, it’s festive, fresh, and full of flavor. Whether you need a quick side for Christmas dinner or healthy holiday food ideas, this easy recipe comes together in minutes and delivers a burst of color and nutrition. Ideal for quick lunch, elegant dinner ideas, or when you’re short on prep time but want something beautiful and delicious.
Ingredients
6 cups mixed salad greens
1 cup mandarin orange segments
1 cup pomegranate seeds
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup toasted chopped pecans
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Wash and dry the salad greens thoroughly. Place in a large serving bowl.
2. Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring often. Let cool.
3. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
4. Layer orange segments, pomegranate seeds, feta cheese, and pecans on top of the greens.
5. Add chopped parsley if using.
6. Just before serving, drizzle the dressing and gently toss the salad to combine. Serve immediately.
Notes
Swap feta with goat cheese or blue cheese if desired.
Use fresh mandarins for best flavor and texture.
Store ingredients separately if prepping ahead to keep the salad crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg