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Pomegranate Pecan Salad Vinaigrette

Vibrant Pomegranate Pecan Salad Vinaigrette for Fresh Flavor

This Pomegranate Pecan Salad Vinaigrette is a vibrant salad bursting with flavor and color, perfect for any dinner table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Mixed Salad Greens A fresh, crisp base; mix different greens for added texture.
  • 1 cup Pomegranate Seeds These sweet bursts bring tangy flavor.
  • 0.5 cup Toasted Pecans They offer a crunchy richness.
  • 0.5 cup Feta Cheese Adds creamy, salty notes; omit for dairy-free.
  • 0.25 cup Red Onion Thinly sliced for sharp contrast.
  • 1 medium Apple Thinly sliced for sweetness and crunch.
For the Vinaigrette
  • 0.33 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Enhances flavor and richness; use good quality.
  • 0.25 cup Balsamic Vinegar Introduces tanginess.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup Adds a touch of sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard Helps emulsify the vinaigrette.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Essential for enhancing overall flavor.

Equipment

  • salad bowl
  • Whisk
  • jar with lid

Method
 

Directions
  1. In a large salad bowl, combine a generous handful of mixed salad greens, pomegranate seeds, toasted pecans, crumbled feta cheese, thinly sliced red onion, and apple slices. Mix well.
  2. Gently toss the salad ingredients together using your hands or a large serving spoon.
  3. In a small bowl or jar, mix olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey/maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
  4. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving.
  5. Gently toss the salad to coat all ingredients with the vinaigrette and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftover salad in an airtight container without dressing for up to 1 day. Prepare dressing separately and store in the fridge for up to 1 week.

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