Pomegranate Persimmon Salad
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Pomegranate Persimmon Salad
Description
Pomegranate Persimmon Salad blends fresh spring mix greens with slices of ripe persimmon and thinly sliced red onion for subtle bite. The pomegranate arils add bursts of bright tartness, complemented by toasted pecans that provide a crunch and deeper roasted flavor. Creamy feta cheese and cooked, chopped chicken breast introduce richness and protein, rounding out the salad to be both flavorful and filling. The homemade vinaigrette made from pomegranate juice, balsamic vinegar, honey, and olive oil imparts a sweet and tangy dressing that enhances the fruit and greens without overpowering them.
The salad offers a mix of textures from crisp greens and pecans to soft persimmons and creamy feta. It is assembled by first toasting pecans, then harvesting pomegranate seeds carefully to avoid bitterness, combining all ingredients and tossing with the vibrant vinaigrette. This dressing elevates the freshness and adds moisture without heaviness.
Serve this salad as a light meal or as a side for grilled meats or poultry. Its balance of fruit, nuts, cheese, and protein makes it a versatile option for lunches, casual dinners, or social gatherings where a colorful, seasonal salad is desired.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup pecans toasted
- 1/2 cup pomegranate arils
- 6 cups spring mix or lettuce of choice
- 1 avocado sliced, small
- 2/3 cup red onion thinly sliced
- 2 persimmon small
- 1/3 cup feta cheese
- 1 chicken breast chopped, about 8 ounces, large, cooked
For the vinaigrette:
- 1/4 cup pomegranate juice
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- Pinch salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a small baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the pecans on the prepared baking sheet and toast until brown and "toasted" smelling (you'll be able to tell), about 8-10 minutes. Watch carefully so they do not burn.
- While the nuts toast, it's time to tackle the pomegranate.
- Place a large knife just to the right or left of the bump on the top and slice straight down, cutting the pomegranate in half. Note: Cut it on a plastic cutting board so that the juice does not stain a nice, wooden one.
- Now, cut each half in half again, leaving you with quarters.
- Take one quarter at a time and invert it over a large bowl and scrape out as many of the seeds as possible. Once finished, turn it right side up and get out the remaining seeds. Drain the juice into a small bowl and set aside for later.
- Fill the bowl with cold water until there is about 3/4 of an inch above the pomegranate seeds. This will allow all the extra little skin bits to float to the top and you can easy remove them with your fingers or a spoon.
- Do this process another time or two, until all the bits are removed. Drain and set aside.
- Add the spring mix to a large mixing bowl.
- Add the avocado and red onion to the spring mix.
- Slice the persimmons in half. Remove the leafy part and the hard inner core. Slice each half again, and then each quarter into 4-5 slices. Add to the spring mix.
- Add the feta cheese and chopped chicken.
- Finally, add the pomegranate arils and stir until everything is well combined. Set aside while you whip up the vinaigrette.
- In a small bowl, whisk together all of the vinaigrette ingredients until well mixed.
- Pour the vinaigrette into the salad bowl and toss to coat evenly.
- Divide the salad evenly between two plates and serve.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 6157 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 615.7kcal | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Protein | 37g | 74% |
| Fat | 34.4g | 53% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Cholesterol | 93mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 326mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 1154mg | 25% |
| Fiber | 12.9g | 52% |
| Sugar | 19g | 38% |
| Vitamin A | 65IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 91mg | 101% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 15mg | 83% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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