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Winter Salad with Tangy Homemade Vinaigrette

  • Author: simplemealsbykim
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing and colorful winter salad featuring seasonal fruits, greens, nuts, and a tangy homemade vinaigrette, perfect as a light lunch or festive side.


Ingredients

  • 4 cups mixed winter greens (kale, spinach, arugula)
  • 1 apple, thinly sliced
  • 1 pear, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, apple slices, pear slices, pomegranate seeds, toasted walnuts, and crumbled feta cheese.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
  3. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine.
  4. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

  • You can substitute goat cheese for feta if preferred.
  • Try adding roasted butternut squash for a heartier version.
  • Make the vinaigrette ahead and store in the fridge for up to 5 days.