Description
A fresh, vibrant salad featuring juicy pomegranate arils, crisp greens, and a sweet-tangy honey mustard dressing that comes together in minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix)
- 1 cup pomegranate arils
- 1/2 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, toasted
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the salad greens thoroughly and place them in a large salad bowl.
- Add the pomegranate arils, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and toasted nuts to the bowl.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, and apple cider vinegar until emulsified.
- Season the dressing with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Drizzle the honey mustard dressing over the salad just before serving.
- Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra protein, add grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- Swap feta for goat cheese if preferred.
- Dress the salad right before serving to keep the greens crisp.
