Thanksgiving Salad
This Thanksgiving Salad is a festive blend of vibrant ingredients that captures the spirit of the holiday season. With its crisp mixed greens, sweet apples, and tart pomegranate seeds, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor. The creamy blue cheese adds a rich touch, while candied pecans provide a delightful crunch. Tossed in a homemade vinaigrette, this dish is perfect for any gathering—be it a formal dinner or a casual fall get-together. Impress your guests with this easy-to-make salad that brings freshness and color to your holiday table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 7 cups mixed spring greens
- 1 1/2 cups sliced apples (Pink Lady or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped candied pecans
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon minced shallot
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 7 cups of mixed greens, 1 1/2 cups of sliced apples, 1/2 cup of pomegranate seeds, 1/2 cup of crumbled blue cheese, and 1/2 cup of chopped candied pecans.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup olive oil, 1 tablespoon honey, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, and 1 tablespoon minced shallot until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to coat all ingredients. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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