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Festive Winter Salad with Oranges, Pomegranate & Candied Pecans

A vibrant winter salad with citrus oranges, juicy pomegranate, crunchy candied pecans, and a tangy vinaigrette.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Winter
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups mixed winter greens
  • 3 oranges peeled and segmented
  • 1 cup pomegranate arils
  • 1 cup raw pecans
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.33 cup olive oil
  • 3 tbsp vinegar apple cider or red wine
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Cook pecans with sugar in a skillet until caramelized; cool completely.
  2. Whisk olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make vinaigrette.
  3. Arrange greens in a serving bowl.
  4. Top with orange segments, pomegranate arils, and candied pecans.
  5. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss gently before serving.

Notes

Dress just before serving for best texture.