Description
Apple Pomegranate Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the crispness of apples with the juicy sweetness of pomegranate seeds, all nestled on a bed of mixed greens. Perfect for any occasion—from holiday dinners to casual picnics—this salad is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. With its delightful flavors and nutritious ingredients, it serves as an ideal side dish or a light lunch option. Whip it up in just five minutes for a quick, healthy meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1 honey crisp apple (sliced thin)
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- Salad greens (kale, arugula, or mixed greens)
- 2 tbsp feta cheese
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine salad greens, pomegranate seeds, sliced apple, chopped nuts, and feta cheese.
- For the dressing, mix olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), garlic powder, black pepper, and salt in a glass jar. Shake well until combined.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 6mg