Description
Bright and flavorful, this pomegranate salad combines fresh greens with juicy pomegranate seeds and creamy feta, making it an irresistible addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- – Fresh Greens:
- 4 cups spinach
- 2 cups arugula
- – Salad Components:
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup walnuts (toasted and roughly chopped)
- – Dressing:
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Your Greens:
- – Wash the spinach and arugula thoroughly under cold water. Spin dry or pat with paper towels.
- 2. Add Some Crunch:
- – In a small pan over medium heat, toast the walnuts until golden brown, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
- 3. Mix It All Together:
- – In a large bowl, combine the spinach, arugula, and pomegranate seeds. Toss gently to mix.
- 4. Create the Dressing:
- – In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar until emulsified.
- 5. Finish with Feta and Walnuts:
- – Drizzle the dressing over the mixed greens right before serving. Top with crumbled feta and toasted walnuts. Toss gently to combine.
- 6. Serve It Up:
- – Transfer the salad to serving plates or leave it in the bowl for family-style dining. Enjoy fresh as an appetizer or alongside grilled chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg