Description

This vibrant Christmas Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing is a delightful blend of crisp greens, juicy fruits, and crunchy nuts, perfect for holiday gatherings. The homemade dressing adds a sweet and tangy flavor that elevates the fresh ingredients to a whole new level.

Ingredients

Mixed Greens (arugula, spinach, romaine, or kale)
Red Apples
Dried Cranberries
Walnuts (toasted)
Feta Cheese (crumbled)
Honey
Dijon Mustard
Olive Oil
Salt
Pepper

Instructions

Prepare the Greens: Start by washing and drying your mixed greens thoroughly. I like to use a salad spinner for this to ensure they’re nice and crisp.
Chop the Apples: Core the apples and slice them into thin wedges or cubes. If you prefer, you can toss them in a little lemon juice to prevent browning.
Toast the Walnuts: In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the walnuts for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they’re golden and fragrant. Let them cool before adding them to the salad.
Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, apple slices, dried cranberries, and toasted walnuts. If you’re using feta cheese, sprinkle it on top.
Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Dress the Salad: Just before serving, drizzle the honey mustard dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Serve: Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls and enjoy this festive dish!

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 250
Sugar: 15 g
Sodium: 200 mg
Fat: 15 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 5 g
Protein: 6 g
Cholesterol: 10 mg

Keywords: You can prepare the dressing in advance and store it in the fridge for up to a week. Feel free to mix in other seasonal ingredients like pomegranate seeds or roasted butternut squash for added flavor.