Juicy Spécial occasion Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing
Brighten up your holiday table with our Juicy Spécial occasion Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing, a vibrant and flavorful dish that is sure to impress. This festive salad combines crunchy walnuts, creamy avocados, and sweet pomegranate seeds, offering a delightful mix of textures and tastes. Packed with nutritious ingredients, this salad is not only visually appealing but also a healthy choice for your holiday gatherings. Whether served as a main dish or a refreshing side, it’s quick to prepare—ready in just 25 minutes. Make it ahead of time for added convenience at your next event!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups raw walnuts
- 1/2 cup unshelled pumpkin seeds
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1–2 diced apples or pears
- 2 sliced avocados
- 2 cups pomegranate seeds
- honey or maple syrup
- olive oil
- balsamic vinegar
- dijon mustard
- fig jam
- orange juice
- orange zest
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Toast walnuts and pumpkin seeds on a baking sheet for about 10 minutes until golden brown.
- While nuts are roasting, dice apples or pears and slice avocados just before serving to maintain freshness.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey or maple syrup, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dijon mustard, fig jam, orange juice and zest. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large serving bowl, combine salad greens, toasted nuts and seeds, diced fruits, sliced avocados, and pomegranate seeds.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently until well coated. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg