Description
Embrace the vibrant flavors of winter with our delightful Winter Citrus Salad with Pomegranate Jewels, Creamy Avocado, and Crumbled Feta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula or spring mix)
- 2 mandarins, peeled and segmented
- 1/2 cup pomegranate arils
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint or parsley
Citrus Dressing
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon mandarin juice
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Begin by taking your mixed greens and laying them down as the base of your salad. Spread the greens evenly across a large serving platter or bowl.
- Next, scatter the mandarin segments over the greens.
- Now it’s time to enhance your salad with crunchy pomegranate arils and creamy avocado slices.
- Finish constructing the salad by sprinkling crumbled feta cheese on top.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, mandarin juice, and honey until well combined.
- Just before serving, drizzle the citrus dressing lightly over the salad.
Notes
Use fresh, organic ingredients whenever possible for the best flavor and nutritional value.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
Nutrition
- Calories: Approximately 250 per serving
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Protein: 6 g