Christmas Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing
Christmas Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing is a festive blend of vibrant greens, sweet dried fruits, and crunchy nuts, all drizzled with a zesty honey mustard dressing. This easy-to-make salad not only brightens up your holiday table but also brings together flavors that dance on your palate. Perfect as a side dish or appetizer, it’s a delightful addition to any winter gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups mixed greens (baby spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup toasted pecans
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Rinse the mixed greens thoroughly and dry them using a salad spinner or paper towels.
- Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice until well combined.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, dried cranberries, toasted pecans, and feta cheese. Drizzle with honey mustard dressing.
- Gently toss the salad to coat all ingredients without crushing the greens.
- Serve immediately on individual plates or bowls with an extra drizzle of dressing if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg