Apple Pomegranate Salad
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5
Apple Pomegranate Salad
Description
This salad combines a blend of tender spring mix and peppery arugula lightly coated in a vinaigrette made from diced shallot, honey, orange juice, vinegar, salt, pepper, and extra virgin olive oil. The sweet and tangy dressing complements the crisp apple and bright pomegranate seeds, which add bursts of freshness and color. Toasted pecan halves provide crunch and a nutty accent, balancing the fruit and greens.
The optional crumble of blue cheese introduces a creamy, sharp element that enhances the overall flavor profile. The components come together without heavy or overpowering ingredients, preserving the salad’s light and refreshing character.
Serve immediately to maintain the crispness of the lettuce and the bright appearance of the pomegranate seeds. This salad works well as a side dish or light lunch option.
Ingredients
Vinaigrette
- 1 shallot diced, small
- 1 Tablespoon honey or maple syrup or other sweetener
- 1 Tablespoon orange juice
- 1 Tablespoons white wine vinegar or other quality vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Salad
- 8 cups lettuce I like half spring mix, half arugula, mix
- 1 apple cored and cut into 1/2" cubes
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds put these on last
- 1/3 cup pecans toasted, halves
- Optional 1/4 cup 2 ounces crumble blue cheese
Instructions
- In a small bowl combine the dressing ingredients and whisk until emulsified.
- Add vinaigrette gradually to the lettuce and toss gently, until the lettuce is well coated. (You may use more or less to taste)
- Top dressed lettuce with cheese (optional), pecans, apple and pomegranate seeds, adding pomegranate seeds last (to they are sure to be visible) Serve immediately.
Notes
- Calorie count provided does not include the optional blue cheese.
- To preserve pomegranate seeds' appearance, add them last when serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4-6
Amount Per Serving
Calories 221 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 221kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Sodium | 307mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 271mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 4234IU | 85% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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