Juicy special occasion Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing
Juicy special occasion Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing is a festive delight that brings vibrant colors and wholesome flavors to your holiday table. This salad features a medley of fresh greens, crunchy walnuts and pumpkin seeds, and sweet fruits like apples and pomegranates, all drizzled with a creamy honey mustard dressing. It’s not only nutritious but also incredibly easy to make, making it perfect for both casual meals and elegant gatherings. This recipe allows for customization with your favorite seasonal ingredients, ensuring every bite is fresh and delightful.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups walnuts, raw and unsalted
- 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds, unshelled
- 6 cups salad greens
- 2 cups frisée leaves
- 1–2 apples or pears, diced
- 2 avocados, sliced
- 2 cups pomegranate seeds
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon chipotle powder
- 1/3 cup virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fig jam
- 2 teaspoons orange peel zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chili flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread walnuts and pumpkin seeds on a baking sheet and toast for about 10 minutes until fragrant.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey (or maple syrup), chipotle powder, olive oil, balsamic vinegar (or apple cider vinegar), Dijon mustard, fig jam, orange zest, orange juice, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine salad greens and frisée leaves. Add diced apples or pears, sliced avocados, pomegranate seeds, toasted walnuts, and pumpkin seeds.
- Drizzle the honey mustard dressing generously over the salad and toss gently to coat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the salad (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg