Clementine Avocado Salad with Honey Poppyseed Dressing
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Clementine Avocado Salad with Honey Poppyseed Dressing
Description
Clementine Avocado Salad with Honey Poppyseed Dressing highlights fresh baby spinach leaves topped with thinly sliced clementine segments and ripe avocado slices. The salad is dressed lightly with a homemade honey poppyseed dressing featuring olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, honey, poppy seeds, ginger, Dijon mustard, garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper, which contributes tanginess, sweetness, and subtle spice. Candied pecans add crunch and sweetness, while pomegranate arils bring bursts of juicy tartness and vibrant color.
The combination of soft avocado and sweet citrus with crisp spinach provides contrast in texture and flavor. The dressing ties these elements together, balancing sweetness and acidity with a gentle pop of ginger and the crunch of poppy seeds. This salad serves well as a light side dish or starter.
Extra dressing can be offered at the table for individual preference, showcasing the recipe’s flexibility. The use of candied pecans elevates the texture and provides a festive touch, while fresh ingredients keep the salad refreshing.
Ingredients
For the dressing:
- ⅔ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ⅓ cup white balsamic vinegar
- 2 ½ tablespoons honey
- 1 ½ tablespoons poppy seeds
- 1 tablespoon ginger or ginger paste, finely grated
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard smooth
- 1 clove garlic finely minced
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
For the salad:
- 8 cups baby spinach
- 6 clementine peeled, halved and cut in ¼-inch slices, medium
- 1 avocado cored, halved, peeled and sliced into one-quarter-inch slices, medium, ripe
- honey poppyseed dressing
- ½ cup pecans candied
- ½ cup pomegranate arils or seeds
Instructions
For the dressing:
- Combine all ingredients in a jar and shake, shake, shake! That’s it!
For the salad:
- Place spinach in a large bowl. Top with clementines and avocados. Drizzle lightly with 2-3 tablespoons of the Honey Poppyseed Dressing and toss gently. Top with pomegranate arils and candied pecans. Pass extra dressing at the table.
Notes
- Use freshly peeled clementines and ripe avocados for the best texture and flavor balance.
- Dress the salad lightly and toss gently to avoid bruising the spinach and avocado.
- Pass extra dressing separately so guests can adjust according to taste.
- Candied pecans add sweetness and crunch, enhancing the salad’s texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 197 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 197kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 424mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 565mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 18g | 36% |
| Vitamin A | 3800IU | 76% |
| Vitamin C | 52.2mg | 58% |
| Calcium | 98mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1.7mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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