Description
Pomegranate salad is a vibrant dish that transforms any meal into a feast for the senses. Featuring juicy, jewel-like pomegranate seeds, crisp mixed greens, and a tangy dressing, this salad is not only delicious but also visually stunning. Perfect for picnics, holiday gatherings, or simply to brighten up a weeknight dinner, it’s easy to make and loaded with nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large pomegranate (about 1 cup of seeds)
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula and spinach)
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup walnuts, roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients.
- Halve the pomegranate and tap out the seeds into a bowl.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss mixed greens.
- Add feta cheese and toasted walnuts on top of the greens.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently until well combined.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Various
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute greens or use roasted nuts for added crunch. For a vegan dressing option, replace honey with maple syrup.