Spring Mix Salad with Pomegranate Honey Dressing and Toasted P
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Spring Mix Salad with Pomegranate Honey Dressing and Toasted Pecans—a refreshing fusion of crisp greens, sweet-tart pomegranate arils, and warm, buttery pecans. The star of the recipe is a luscious homemade dressing, made with pomegranate juice, honey, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of Dijon mustard, creating a perfectly balanced medley of tangy and sweet flavors. Quick to prepare and packed with nutrients, this salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a healthy option that pairs beautifully with any main course. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or looking for a light lunch, this gourmet salad promises to impress with its fresh, seasonal ingredients and irresistible crunch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups spring mix greens
- 1 cup pomegranate arils
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons pomegranate juice
- 1.5 tablespoons honey
- 1.5 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Add the pecan halves to the dry skillet and toast them for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Once they are fragrant and golden, remove them from the skillet and let them cool.
In a small bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, pomegranate juice, honey, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake until the dressing is fully emulsified and smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.
In a large salad bowl, add the spring mix greens. Top with pomegranate arils and the cooled, toasted pecans.
Drizzle the pomegranate honey dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat the greens evenly.
Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, tangy, and nutty flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1299 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.5 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 649 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.8 g | ||
| Protein | 14.0 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 190 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1042 mg | 22% | |
*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.
