Delicious Christmas Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing to Wow Guests

This vibrant Christmas Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing is a refreshing addition to your holiday meals, combining fresh greens, pomegranate seeds, and a sweet-tangy dressing.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

6 cups Mixed Greens Base of the salad
2 medium Crisp Apples Cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup Pomegranate Seeds Or dried cranberries as substitute
0.5 cup Crunchy Nuts e.g., walnuts, pecans; seeds can be used as a nut-free option

For the Honey Mustard Dressing

2 tablespoons Honey Adjust to taste
2 tablespoons Mustard Mild or spicy variety based on preference
4 tablespoons Olive Oil Use extra virgin for best flavor
1 tablespoon Vinegar Apple cider vinegar pairs well with salad

Equipment

Salad bowl
Mixing Bowl
Whisk
Salad tongs

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens.
Chop apples into bite-sized pieces and add to the bowl.
Sprinkle in pomegranate seeds, or substitute with dried cranberries.
Toss in choice of crunchy nuts and gently mix.
In a separate bowl, whisk together honey, mustard, olive oil, and vinegar until smooth.
Drizzle the honey mustard dressing over the salad and gently toss.
Serve immediately in an attractive bowl.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Allow the salad to sit for 10 minutes after adding dressing to meld flavors. For a nut-free version, use seeds. Store leftover dressing separately.

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