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Juicy Christmas Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing

Juicy Christmas Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing
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If you’re seeking a festive and refreshing addition to your holiday table, look no further than this Juicy Christmas Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing. Bursting with vibrant colors and flavors, this salad is a delightful medley of creamy avocados, sweet pomegranate seeds, crunchy walnuts, and crisp apples or pears. It’s not just easy to prepare—taking only about 10 minutes—but it’s also a healthful choice that everyone in the family will love. Perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners at home, this salad can be made ahead of time for added convenience. Drizzled with a homemade honey mustard dressing that balances sweetness and tanginess, it’s sure to become a favorite during the festive season and beyond.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups walnuts
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 6 cups salad greens
  • 2 cups frisée leaves
  • 1–2 apples or pears, diced
  • 2 avocados, sliced
  • 2 cups pomegranate seeds
  • 1 cup crumbled cheese
  • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup balsamic or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon fig jam
  • 2 teaspoons orange peel zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Chili flakes, for an extra kick

Instructions

  1. Toast walnuts and pumpkin seeds in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
  2. Whisk together honey (or maple syrup), olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, additional honey, fig jam, orange peel zest, and juice in a bowl.
  3. In a large bowl, combine salad greens, frisée leaves, diced apples or pears, sliced avocados, toasted nuts and seeds, pomegranate seeds, and crumbled cheese.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine.
  5. Season with salt, black pepper, and chili flakes if desired.

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