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Apple Pomegranate Salad

Delicious Apple Pomegranate Salad for a Festive Table

This Apple Pomegranate Salad is a festive dish that balances sweet and savory flavors, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Candied Nuts
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use oil for a vegan version.
  • 1 cup Pecans (or Walnuts) Almonds can be a great substitute.
  • ½ cup Pumpkin Seeds (Raw Pepitas) Can be replaced with sunflower seeds.
  • ¼ cup Brown Sugar Maple syrup can be used for a different sweetness.
For the Salad
  • 6 cups Lettuce Mix Spinach or arugula can be used for variety.
  • 1-2 pieces Apples (thinly sliced) Pears can be a tasty alternative.
  • 1 cup Pomegranate Seeds Dried cherries or cranberries can be substituted.
  • ½ cup Dried Cranberries Any other dried fruits can substitute.
  • ½ cup Feta Cheese (crumbled) Omit for a vegan option.
  • ¼ cup Red Onion (thinly sliced) Shallots can be a milder alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground.
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Whole grain mustard can provide more texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup or Honey Agave syrup can substitute for a vegan option.
  • ¼ cup White Wine Vinegar Lemon juice can be used for a brighter flavor.
  • cup Olive Oil Any neutral oil or avocado oil can be used.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • jar
  • mixing bowl
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a skillet over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the pecans and pumpkin seeds along with brown sugar. Stir constantly for about 3-4 minutes until the nuts are fragrant and golden. Transfer to a parchment-lined tray to cool.
  2. In a jar, combine Dijon mustard, maple syrup, and white wine vinegar. Add olive oil, a pinch of kosher salt, and black pepper to taste. Shake well until emulsified.
  3. Thinly slice the apples and red onion, and remove the arils from the pomegranate.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, add the lettuce mix and half of the apples, red onions, pomegranate seeds, and dried cranberries. Drizzle some dressing over and toss gently.
  5. Transfer the salad to a serving platter, top with remaining ingredients, including candied nuts and feta cheese, and drizzle with extra dressing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Keep an eye on the candied nuts to prevent burning. Toss only half of the salad ingredients initially for even flavor distribution. Slice apples right before serving to avoid browning.

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