Winter Christmas Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing
This festive salad combines crunchy walnuts, juicy pomegranate seeds, creamy feta, and a sweet-and-tangy honey mustard dressing, making it a perfect addition to holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Salad Base
- 4 cups Mixed greens (spring mix, arugula, or baby spinach)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Cucumber, sliced or diced
- 1 small Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Pomegranate seeds (arils) Fresh for best texture
- 1/2 cup Walnuts, toasted Toast in a dry skillet for 3–5 minutes
- 1/2 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
Honey Mustard Dressing
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Mustard (Dijon or whole-grain)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil (extra-virgin for best flavor)
- 1 pinch Salt To taste
- 1 pinch Freshly ground black pepper To taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the mixed greens in a large serving bowl.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion.
- Scatter pomegranate seeds, toasted walnuts, and crumbled feta over the top, keeping ingredients layered.
Dressing
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together honey, mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Taste and adjust, adding more honey for sweetness or more mustard for tang.
Serving
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving.
- Gently toss to coat the ingredients evenly without bruising the greens.
- Serve immediately to preserve the crunch.
Notes
For customization, swap walnuts for pecans or almonds, and use goat cheese instead of feta. For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup and use a vegan feta alternative. Make the dressing ahead for convenience.