Description

Bring the magic of the holidays to your table with this Best Christmas Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing. It’s a refreshing mix of seasonal fruits, crisp greens, crunchy nuts, and a sweet-and-tangy honey mustard dressing. Vibrant, festive, and incredibly delicious, this salad will be the highlight of your holiday menu.

Ingredients

1 apple or pear, thinly sliced
2 avocados, cubed or sliced
2 cups frisee leaves
6 cups mixed salad greens
2 cups pomegranate seeds
2 tsp orange peel, grated
1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
1 1/2 cups raw, unsalted walnuts
1 cup blue cheese, crumbled
Pinch of chili flakes
1/4 tsp chipotle powder

For the Dressing

2 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp fig jam
2 tbsp honey
1/4 cup balsamic or apple cider vinegar
1/3 cup olive oil (virgin)
Salt and black pepper to taste

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Salad Base

Wash and dry the mixed salad greens and frisee leaves. Arrange them in a large serving bowl as the base.

2. Add Fruits and Nuts

Thinly slice the apple or pear and scatter the slices over the greens.
Add the avocado cubes, pomegranate seeds, pumpkin seeds, and walnuts.

3. Sprinkle Garnishes

Grate the orange peel over the salad for a burst of citrus aroma.
Add a pinch of chili flakes and chipotle powder for subtle heat.

4. Make the Honey Mustard Dressing

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, fig jam, honey, and vinegar.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking until the dressing is emulsified.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

5. Toss and Finish

Drizzle the honey mustard dressing over the salad just before serving.
Toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Crumble the blue cheese on top for a creamy finish.

6. Serve and Enjoy

Serve immediately as a starter or side dish, or enjoy as a light main course.

Notes

For the freshest flavor, prepare the salad just before serving.
Add the dressing and avocado at the last moment to keep the greens crisp.
Substitute blue cheese with goat cheese or feta for a milder option.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Tossing
Cuisine: International