Description
A vibrant and festive winter salad bursting with seasonal citrus, creamy avocado, tangy feta, crunchy candied nuts, and a sweet-tart cranberry balsamic dressing. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a refreshing, flavorful side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad
- 10 ounces mixed baby greens
- 2 oranges, rind removed and cut into segments
- 1 avocado, sliced or chopped
- Seeds from 1 pomegranate
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup candied spiced nuts or toasted pecans
Cranberry Balsamic Dressing
- 1/4 cup cranberry sauce
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the greens: Place the mixed baby greens in a large salad bowl or divide evenly among individual serving bowls.
- Add fruit and cheese: Top the greens with orange segments, sliced or chopped avocado, pomegranate seeds, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Add nuts: Sprinkle the candied spiced nuts or toasted nuts over the salad for crunch and sweetness.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together cranberry sauce, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined to make the cranberry balsamic dressing.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients. Toss gently to combine or serve as is, allowing guests to mix their own servings.
Notes
- This salad combines fresh seasonal citrus, creamy avocado, salty feta, crunchy nuts, and a sweet-tart cranberry dressing for a balanced flavor.
- Use candied spiced nuts for extra festive sweetness or toasted pecans for a more savory crunch.
- For a lighter version, reduce the amount of feta and nuts.
- The dressing can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Serve immediately after tossing to maintain crispness of the greens.
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
