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special occasion Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing

Christmas Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing
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special occasion Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing is a festive and vibrant dish that adds a refreshing touch to your holiday gatherings. This delightful salad combines mixed greens, fresh fruits, and crunchy nuts, all coated in a sweet and tangy honey mustard dressing. It’s an easy-to-make recipe that’s not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients, making it perfect for holiday dinners or casual family meals. With its bright colors and delicious flavors, this salad will become a favorite at your table.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups mixed greens
  • 2 cups Frisée
  • 1–2 apples or pears, chopped
  • 2 avocados, sliced
  • 2 cups pomegranate arils
  • 1 1/2 cups raw walnuts
  • 1/2 cup shelled pumpkin seeds
  • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup balsamic or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon fig preserves
  • 2 teaspoons orange zest
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
  • Chipotle chili powder (1/4 teaspoon)
  • Chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Toss the walnuts and pumpkin seeds with honey/maple syrup, chipotle chili powder, and salt. Spread them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes, stirring once throughout cooking until toasted. Remove from oven and sprinkle with flaky salt.
  3. Add mixed greens to a large salad bowl along with Frisée. Incorporate chopped apples or pears and sliced avocados. Gently fold in pomegranate arils and sprinkle with your choice of cheese. Add the roasted nuts on top.
  4. In a glass jar, combine extra virgin olive oil, balsamic or apple cider vinegar, dijon mustard, honey, fig preserves, orange zest, orange juice, kosher salt, black pepper, and chili flakes if desired. Shake well to combine.
  5. Just before serving, drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together. Enjoy!

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