Classic Christmas Salad
There is nothing quite like a vibrant, festive Christmas Salad to brighten up your holiday table. This dish brings a much-needed pop of color and a burst of freshness to balance out the heavier roasts and casseroles typical of the season.
Ingredients
- 5 cups mixed arugula and baby spinach
- 2 mandarin oranges peeled and segmented
- ½ cup pomegranate seeds
- ½ cup candied pecans
- ⅓ cup crumbled goat cheese
- Optional: ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
- Dressing: Balsamic vinaigrette or citrus vinaigrette
Instructions
- In a large, shallow serving bowl, toss the arugula and spinach together.
- Add the mandarin orange segments and pomegranate seeds.
- Scatter the candied pecans and crumbled goat cheese over the top.
- If using, add the thinly sliced red onion for a bit of extra bite.
- Drizzle with your choice of dressing just before serving.
- Toss very gently to combine and serve immediately.