Diva Salad
Elevate your salad game with the vibrant and luxurious Diva Salad—a stunning medley of fresh mixed greens and peppery arugula, crowned with juicy pomegranate seeds, creamy crumbled goat cheese, and crunchy candied pecans. This show-stopping salad also features perfectly ripe avocado slices and is dressed with a tangy, slightly sweet homemade vinaigrette of extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and honey, finished with a drizzle of rich balsamic glaze. Ready in just 15 minutes, this salad is as quick and effortless as it is elegant, making it the perfect choice for entertaining or adding a touch of sophistication to your everyday meals. Ideal for those seeking healthy, gourmet-inspired recipes, the Diva Salad effortlessly combines bold flavors, stunning textures, and a beautiful presentation that is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed greens
- 2 cups arugula
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1 cup goat cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup candied pecans
- 1 large avocado
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the mixed greens and arugula. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and cut the flesh into thin slices or cubes. Add to the salad bowl.
Sprinkle the pomegranate seeds, crumbled goat cheese, and candied pecans evenly over the greens.
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, sea salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad, ensuring an even coating.
Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the top of the salad for added flavor and presentation.
Toss the salad gently to combine all the ingredients without crushing the more delicate ones.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Diva Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2413 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 189.7 g | 243% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.4 g | 252% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 128 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 2403 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.6 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.7 g | 113% | |
| Total Sugars | 89.2 g | ||
| Protein | 66.7 g | 133% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 629 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2889 mg | 61% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
