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Christmas Salad

Festive Christmas Salad with Orange Vinaigrette Bliss

Delightful Christmas Salad embracing vibrant colors and fresh flavors, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 6 ounces Mixed Organic Greens A fresh mix of lettuce.
  • 1 small Mandarin Orange Sliced.
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Pomegranate Arils Fresh.
  • 2 ounces Goat Cheese Crumble.
  • 1/2 cup Shelled Green Pistachios For ease of use.
For the Orange Vinaigrette
  • 1/3 cup Fresh Orange Juice Essential for dressing.
  • 2 teaspoons Honey Or Agave.
  • 3 tablespoons Champagne Vinegar For tang.
  • 3 tablespoons Light Olive Oil Base for vinaigrette.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard For emulsification.
  • Salt To taste.
  • Pepper To taste.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Serving Dish
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the orange juice, honey, champagne vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  2. Take mixed organic greens and place them in a large serving dish.
  3. In the center, place a small bowl for the vinaigrette.
  4. Layer the mandarin oranges, pistachios, pomegranate arils, and goat cheese around the bowl.
  5. Serve immediately, allowing guests to add dressing as they like.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad can be customized with different toppings or cheeses and is best served fresh.

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